Midlevel Restructuring and Insolvency Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel Restructuring and Insolvency Associate to join their Charlotte, NC office. The ideal candidate will have three to five years of experience in bankruptcy judicial law clerk roles or as a practicing commercial bankruptcy lawyer. Experience with avoidable transfer litigation and asset sales is preferred. California bar admission is also preferred but not required.

Duties

• Represent debtors and creditors in Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
• Engage in state law insolvency proceedings and out-of-court restructurings.
• Collaborate with experienced lawyers across the US platform.
• Assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact.

Requirements

• Three to five years of relevant experience.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proficiency in bankruptcy law and proceedings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective client management abilities.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Parental Leave and Lactation Support Services.
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities.
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.

A serious Big Law heavyweight with an especially solid reputation in the Pacific Northwest and the Mid-Atlantic regions, this firm excels in multiple arenas, from billion-dollar transactions to high-stakes litigation, and everything in between. These days, the firm is prioritizing international expansion, with offices opening across Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Asia, in a move that is sure to bring more cross-border work and multinational clients. Known for its friendly culture, working at this firm means collaborating with brilliant minds and extraordinary individuals.