Bankruptcy Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a Bankruptcy Associate Attorney in New York City, NY. The ideal candidate should possess:

Job Overview:

The Bankruptcy Associate Attorney will primarily focus on representing first and second-lien lenders, bondholders, hedge funds, and other creditors in contested U.S. and multinational insolvencies, restructurings, and bankruptcies. They will handle multidisciplinary cross-border deals and appear before trial and appellate courts in complex Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 matters.

Duties:

• Represent first and second-lien lenders, bondholders, hedge funds, and other creditors in bankruptcy and restructuring matters.
• Act in contested U.S. and multinational insolvencies, restructurings, and bankruptcies.
• Handle multidisciplinary cross-border deals.
• Appear before trial and appellate courts in complex Chapter 11 and Chapter 15 matters.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in bankruptcy and restructuring.
• Substantive experience representing creditors, investors, distressed companies, and other stakeholders in large-scale, complex U.S. and cross-border bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Experience in a large law firm setting.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of bankruptcy and restructuring laws.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

A recent merger has put this firm on the map on a global scale, although the firm's reputation is rather regional. Very much substance over form, this firm boasts international clientele and a sizable New York office without much fanfare of notoriety. We like this firm because, with a the headquarters in a smaller legal market, the philosophy of the firm is more lifestyle oriented than some of the large New York firms. Although associates won't get as many oohs and ahs after pulling out their business card, the sophistication of work and glamour factor with the international clientele competes with some of the big New York shops. For associates willing to forgo a bit in salary, the more than adequate New York office is the best of both worlds in terms of work and lifestyle.