Restructuring and Insolvency Associate

Squire Patton Boggs•Cleveland, OH

12d•$210,000 - $230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Squire Patton Boggs, a global law firm with 45 offices in 20 countries, is hiring an Associate with at least 2-4 years of experience for our Restructuring and Insolvency practice in our Cleveland office The individual hired for this position will support and work directly with partners and other experienced lawyers throughout our global footprint handling the panoply of restructuring issues our clients face, and collaborating closely with our colleagues in other practice and industry groups. Responsibilities will encompass both litigation and transactional restructuring matters and will include legal research, drafting motions and pleadings, appearances, case management, negotiating and drafting transaction and out of court restructuring documents, discovery, court and client communications. We have one of the largest, most experienced and respected global restructuring and insolvency practices of any law firm, with more than 130 experienced lawyers in 36 offices in 15 countries collaborating on domestic and cross-border restructuring matters. Our seasoned team is expert in all facets of restructuring and insolvency engagements including US Chapter 11 reorganizations, US Chapter 15 cross-border insolvencies, US Chapter 9 municipal restructurings, all forms of UK receivership, administration and liquidation, UK bankruptcy and voluntary arrangements, out of court restructurings and related contentious work. In 2014, we launched our blog (www.esquireglobalcrossings.com) which is a recognized source of informative and thoughtful commentary on restructuring and insolvency matters across the globe. Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business, and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions, and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

Requirements

Possess a JD from an accredited law school and a strong academic record.
Must be in good standing and admitted to practice in a US State Bar. Admission to the State Bar of Ohio is required.
Minimum of two years' meaningful restructuring litigation and transactional experience in a national firm handling work on complex restructurings, refinancings, sales and other dispositions, and US Chapter 9, 11 and Chapter 15 reorganizations.
Experience in restructuring and insolvency representing debtors, creditor's committees, and secured and unsecured creditors in reorganizations and liquidations, including: legal research, written discovery, law and motion (discovery, dispositive and trial related motions, pleadings and briefs), court appearances, mediations, arbitration, depositions, client and witness interviews, trial preparation.
Experience/working knowledge of Bankruptcy Code, Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and Local Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure.
Familiarity with operation of Articles 2 and 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code and understanding of the strategic issues involved in a Chapter 11 bankruptcy case.
Strong organizational, reasoning and research skills; excellent written and verbal communication abilities; good judgment; attention to detail; initiative.
Flexibility, composure and the ability to prioritize and handle urgent tasks and requests simultaneously with a high level of competence and accuracy; the ability to remain composed and professional under stressful circumstances; commitment to professional ethics and client confidentiality; strong client service skills.
Ability to work without constant supervision, demonstrating initiative in seeking work and managing workload; active in formulating and recommending projects or alternative ways to complete projects that will benefit the case/client.

Nice To Haves

Relevant Judicial clerkship experience, while not required, will be viewed favorably.
A background in business consulting, finance, economics or accounting is a plus.