Bankruptcy & Restructuring Attorney

Job Overview:
A highly regarded Texas-based law firm is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy & Restructuring Attorney to join its dynamic and fast-paced practice group. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional with significant experience in representing distressed borrowers and lenders, particularly in Chapter 11 proceedings. The ideal candidate will be ready to handle complex, high-stakes commercial matters, contribute to ongoing client representation, and grow a personal book of business within a collaborative, cross-disciplinary legal environment.

Location:

• Austin, TX

Duties:

• Represent debtors and creditors in Chapter 11 and related bankruptcy matters

• Handle both in-court and out-of-court restructurings

• Advise distressed borrowers and lenders on legal strategy and risk

• Manage complex bankruptcy litigation and negotiations

• Collaborate with other practice groups to provide full-service legal support

• Develop and maintain client relationships

• Contribute to the growth and expansion of the Bankruptcy & Restructuring Practice Group

Requirements:

• Significant experience in Chapter 11 bankruptcy representation (debtors and/or creditors)

• Complex restructuring experience preferred

• Ability to manage a high volume of matters with efficiency and quality

• Proven ability to build and maintain a client base

• Excellent judgment and interpersonal communication skills

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas or ability to obtain licensure promptly

Skills:

• Expertise in bankruptcy law, particularly Chapter 11

• Strong negotiation and litigation abilities

• Strategic legal analysis and problem-solving

• Business development acumen

• Effective communication and collaboration across legal disciplines

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with profit sharing

• Paid leave and holidays

• Paid training and continuing legal education (CLE)

• Parking stipend or reimbursement

• Supportive, collegial work environment

• Opportunities for cross-practice collaboration and internal referrals

This mid-sized Texas firm handles a wide variety of transactional and litigation matters, and it has a long history of providing its clients with quality legal representation. It represents some of the largest corporations in Texas, and it is well connected in the state's politics. The firm limits its associate hiring, so all associates have the opportunity to make parner and are not forced to compete with each other.