Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – RESTRUCTURING & SPECIAL SITUATIONS FINANCE
Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group
Preferred Location
New York, NY
Locations:
CA
(Los Angeles, Orange County, Silicon Valley, San Francisco) \
CO
(Denver)\
TX
(Dallas, Houston); District of Columbia
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Our client, a leading AmLaw firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its
Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group.

This is a compelling opportunity to work on complex domestic and cross-border restructuring matters, distressed financings, and special situations transactions within a sophisticated and fast-paced practice.

Candidate Profile
JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admissio n in applicable jurisdiction
, in good standing
3–7 years of substantive experience in restructuring, bankruptcy, and/or special situations finance transactions
Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, and liability management transactions
Experience representing creditors, debtors, sponsors, or financial institutions in distressed scenarios
Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
Large law firm experience preferred

Key Responsibilities
Represent clients in complex restructuring and insolvency matters
, both in-court and out-of-court
Advise creditors, debtors, and investors in distressed and special situations financings
Draft and negotiate c redit agreements, restructuring support agreements, and related transaction documents
Support liability management transactions, recapitalizations, and distressed M&A opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, corporate, and litigation attorneys
Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded restructuring and finance practice working on high-profile, complex matters across industries. The team is known for its strategic, business-oriented approach and collaborative culture. Attorneys benefit from hands-on experience, meaningful client exposure, and the opportunity to develop expertise in cutting-edge restructuring and special situations transactions.

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary
:
$235,000 – $390,000+
, commensurate with experience and class year.

Bonuses
: Discretionary and performance based
Comprehensive Benefits Package
: Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, professional development resources, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume
, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an

Equal Opportunity Employer.