Bankruptcy Attorney (On or Off-Track Position Available)

Kean Miller LLP•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kean Miller is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy Attorney to work in our downtown Houston office. This role is open to both on-track and off-track candidates. Off-track candidates seeking a reduced hour schedule are encouraged to apply as well. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 Bankruptcy.

Requirements

Licensed to practice in Texas
Minimum 5 years practicing in the area of Chapter 7 and 11 bankruptcy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail oriented
Critical thinker
Excellent business judgment and high-level professionalism
Candidates should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing skills and excellent references.
Candidates must demonstrate the ability and the desire to interact with Kean Miller’s clients and to further develop client and referral relationships.
The successful candidate should have a track record of high achievement, the desire to work in a fast-paced challenging environment and the ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Assist clients across a wide variety of industries while finding practical solutions in distressed financial situations
Represent clients in Chapter 7 and 11 bankruptcies, including complex Chapter 11 cases, secured creditors, official committees, unsecured creditors, and Chapter 7 trustees
Utilize expertise in handling complex workouts and restructurings
Review client documents and advise clients on how to protect assets
Assist with case preparation, legal research, writing, briefing, courtroom support and presentation
Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, proofs of claim, etc.
Must have the ability to communicate with Trustees, Bankruptcy Courts, Local Counsel and Debtors’ Attorneys
Attend creditor meetings and other court hearings