Bankruptcy And Restructuring Attorney

Job Title: Bankruptcy And Restructuring Attorney

Job Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job Overview:
A law firm in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a skilled Bankruptcy & Restructuring Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will handle a range of bankruptcy, restructuring, and litigation matters, demonstrating significant independence and client interaction. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse cases, contribute to the firm’s ongoing success, and engage in various legal matters in bankruptcy law.

Duties:

• Manage numerous consumer creditor cases independently, with supervision as necessary from senior attorneys
• Actively engage in bankruptcy, restructuring, and related litigation cases
• Provide support in drafting and negotiating forbearance agreements, bankruptcy plans, motions for relief, and other related legal documents
• Represent clients in court on bankruptcy matters and receiverships
• Prepare motions, briefs, objections, and other key bankruptcy documents
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Provide strategic legal counsel on bankruptcy and restructuring issues
• Assist in preparing expert reports and mediation statements
• Collaborate effectively with the team on complex matters

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience as a bankruptcy associate
• Bar admissions in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, or a combination of these states
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and projects effectively
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to client service
• Experience in litigation preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, or Ohio

Skills:

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage competing deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with local bankruptcy court rules and procedures
• Self-motivated and results-driven with a client-first mindset

Job Location:

• Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid remote option available)

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Parental leave

This regional law firm has many offices, including this one in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They are home to more than thirty employees, most of them attorneys. Their practice areas include bankruptcy and restructuring, creditors' rights, business and corporate, real estate, litigation, and oil and gas. Often, their cases will change, but this team of attorneys are pros at assisting their clients with contract disputes, bankruptcy, fraud, emergency injunctive relief, and real estate finance and taxes.