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Job description
About the Role
A senior attorney will lead and grow the bankruptcy and restructuring practice at a boutique law firm. The role combines an established portable practice with work for the firm's clients, including investment funds navigating troubled portfolio companies.
What You'll Do
Lead the bankruptcy and restructuring practice and help develop its client work.
Advise investment funds on debt-side restructurings and workouts involving portfolio companies.
Handle both in-court bankruptcy matters and out-of-court restructurings.
Manage approximately 300 to 400 hours annually of firm-generated bankruptcy work alongside your portable practice.
Mentor and direct a junior associate, and collaborate with colleagues serving existing firm clients.
What We're Looking For
10 to 25 years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, and debtor-creditor matters.
A portable bankruptcy and restructuring practice with approximately $1 million to $1.5 million in annual collections, plus a track record of originating and managing client relationships.
Substantial experience in both in-court bankruptcy and out-of-court workouts, including corporate restructuring and debt-side advisory work.
A J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.
Experience advising investment funds on troubled portfolio companies is valued; prior large-firm experience is preferred.
Entrepreneurial approach, collaborative working style, and interest in growing a practice in a boutique setting.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $250,000 to $300,000 annually. The role offers a path to equity partnership and compensation upside. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
Hybrid, based in New York, New York, with approximately three days per week in the office.