Mid-Level Bankruptcy/Restructuring Associate

Smith Anderson • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Smith Anderson is seeking a mid-level associate to join its growing Restructuring and Bankruptcy practice in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm advises stakeholders in financially distressed businesses, including creditors, debtors, equity holders, new investors, boards of directors, and senior management teams. The practice develops and implements value-maximizing strategies across restructuring and insolvency matters, including financial distress, complex out-of-court restructuring transactions, and in-court insolvency proceedings. Attorneys advise on Chapter 11 proceedings, bankruptcy litigation and contested matters, receiverships, distressed acquisitions, and out-of-court restructurings.

The associate will work closely with partners and clients to deliver practical commercial insight and nuanced strategies. The role offers significant responsibility, direct client engagement, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, alongside mentorship and long-term professional development. Smith Anderson describes its environment as collaborative and supportive, with training and mentoring, engagement with firm leadership, and career-growth options tailored to individual goals. The position is based in Raleigh, in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina.

Requirements

• Three to five years of bankruptcy experience at a large or midsize law firm in an established restructuring, insolvency, and bankruptcy practice.
• Strong academic credentials and writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to interact directly with clients and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Practical, solution-oriented, and collaborative practice style.
• Sound judgment and practical problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to providing the highest-quality service to clients.
• Willingness to take a leadership role in managing cases and projects and to help build a long-term practice.

Nice To Haves

• Bankruptcy litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients and other stakeholders on restructuring and insolvency matters.
• Develop and implement strategies intended to maximize value in distressed-business situations.
• Work with partners and clients to provide practical commercial insight and strategies that advance client interests.
• Manage cases and other projects, with the opportunity to take a leadership role.
• Engage directly with clients and work independently as well as collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the firm’s long-term restructuring and bankruptcy practice.

Benefits

• Robust training and mentoring programs.
• Meaningful engagement with firm leadership.
• Career-growth opportunities tailored to individual goals, including alternative career-path mentoring and development options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed