Transactional Bankruptcy Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Transactional Bankruptcy Associate to join their team in Sacramento, California. This position focuses on advising clients through complex financial transactions, workouts, sale transactions, and insolvency matters, emphasizing non-litigation aspects of bankruptcy and restructuring.

Duties

• Advise clients on bankruptcy-related transactions, sales, restructurings, and workouts.
• Draft and negotiate agreements related to Chapter 11 matters, debtor-in-possession financing, and restructuring plans.
• Analyze financial and legal risks associated with distressed transactions.
• Coordinate with litigation counsel, financial advisors, and opposing counsel as needed.
• Provide strategic guidance on insolvency alternatives and compliance issues.

Requirements

• Active California Bar membership.
• 3-10+ years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, or insolvency-related transactional work.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Experience with Chapter 11 bankruptcy transactions preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work directly with clients and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary life and hearing aid benefits.
• Pet insurance.
• 401(k) with generous employer contribution.
• Discretionary time off and paid parental leave.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated and varied matters.
• Supportive, collegial environment with mentorship and professional development.

This law firm was founded over nine decades ago to represent to government entities, businesses, and individuals. Their areas of practice include labor, employment, corporate, business, real estate, healthcare, bankruptcy, government relations, legislative advocacy, and more. The firm is located in Sacramento, CA.