Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate Attorney
Aligned Talent Acquisition•Wilmington, NC
•Hybrid
About The Position
A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate Attorney to join its Wilmington office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing debtors, secured lenders, creditors, financial institutions, private equity sponsors, distressed investors, and other stakeholders in sophisticated restructuring and insolvency matters.
Requirements
- 3+ years of bankruptcy, restructuring, insolvency, or creditors' rights experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
- Experience representing debtors, secured lenders, unsecured creditors, financial institutions, private equity sponsors, or distressed investors
- Experience handling Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, workouts, reorganizations, and bankruptcy litigation
- Experience drafting and negotiating restructuring agreements, financing documents, asset purchase agreements, and other bankruptcy-related documents
- Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to independently manage sophisticated restructuring matters while maintaining significant client interaction
- Excellent academic credentials
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
- Delaware bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Nice To Haves
- Experience with creditor rights, distressed acquisitions, DIP financings, cash collateral matters, and plan negotiations is preferred
- Experience practicing before the U.S. Bankruptcy Court is preferred
Responsibilities
- Represent debtors, secured lenders, creditors, financial institutions, private equity sponsors, and other stakeholders in sophisticated restructuring and insolvency matters.
- Handle Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, workouts, reorganizations, and bankruptcy litigation.
- Draft and negotiate restructuring agreements, financing documents, asset purchase agreements, and other bankruptcy-related documents.
- Independently manage sophisticated restructuring matters while maintaining significant client interaction.
Benefits
- Strong mentorship and professional development
- Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
