Restructuring Mid-Level Associate

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe Llp • New York, NY

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About The Position

Orrick seeks a mid-level associate with four to six years of experience to join our dynamic Restructuring practice group in our New York or Washington, D.C. offices. Experience in large transactions with a major law firm and strong education profile preferred. We are seeking associates that have both litigation experience and transactional skills. Orrick's Restructuring team is honored to be recognized for our work. Chambers' USA and Europe editions recognize our team for leadership in the United States, France and Italy. The Legal 500 reports that we “shine in creative, complex and difficult restructuring assignments.” We consistently rank among the top 10 bankruptcy law firms as listed by The Deal. Creditors, debtors, committees, lenders and other parties value the practical, commercial solutions we bring to every matter. We've been on both sides of the table, and that enables us to understand and address the goals and motivations of all parties. We offer distinctive strength in niche industries and products, and our record of success includes some of the most complex bankruptcy cases and out-of-court restructurings in the United States, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, China, Japan and Korea.

Requirements

• At least four years of restructuring experience, preferably with experience representing debtors, creditors' and ad hoc committees, and asset acquirers, with a major law firm.
• Experience with unsecured creditors' committees, restructuring support agreements, DIPs, reorganization plans, and exit facilities.
• High level of familiarity with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, and practical experience researching and drafting pleadings and briefs.
• Transactional experience and an understanding of accounting and financial issues that affect restructuring transactions.
• Strong academic credentials, excellent legal research and superb writing and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and is a team player.
• Admission to New York State Bar or Washington, D.C. Bar (or ability to waive in), as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services