Public Finance and Restructuring Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a first-year associate in Boston, MA, to support its Distressed High Yield Bond Workout practice, bridging Public Finance and Restructuring. The role involves working with diverse clients, including institutional investors and bondholder groups, and collaborating with attorneys nationwide.

Duties

• Draft and review transactional and litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Provide litigation support, including depositions and evidentiary hearings.
• Manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Engage with sophisticated financial products and distressed asset strategies.

Requirements

• Experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, and commercial finance.
• Familiarity with public finance is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Admitted to the Massachusetts Bar or eligible for admission.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Massachusetts Bar admission or eligibility.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and client interaction abilities.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary accident, life, disability, critical illness, and cancer insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs in certain markets.

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