Finance and Restructuring Litigation Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a litigation associate to join its Finance and Restructuring practice group in New York City, NY. The team provides strategic legal counsel on financial matters, including complex transactions and corporate debt restructurings.

Duties

• Represent clients in finance and restructuring litigation matters.
• Collaborate with team members to develop legal strategies.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Participate in client meetings and negotiations.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of litigation experience within a top law firm.
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail.
• Strong academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Productivity and discretionary bonuses.

A Vault 100 firm widely cited for its outstanding mentorship opportunities for new associates and for its prestigious clientele, associates also applaud its impressive pro-bono policies, which consider pro-bono work just as important as billable work in calculating bonuses and advancement. They also cite mobility within the firm and say that lower-level associates often work closely with partners on projects, making growth opportunities abundant to those looking for career development.