Senior Bankruptcy Attorney

About the Role

A boutique law firm is seeking a senior bankruptcy attorney to lead and grow its bankruptcy and restructuring practice. You will advise investment funds on troubled portfolio companies and work alongside attorneys serving existing firm clients.

What You'll Do

• Lead the bankruptcy and restructuring practice as its senior department head.

• Advise investment funds on debt-side restructuring and workouts involving troubled portfolio companies.

• Handle both in-court bankruptcy matters and out-of-court restructurings.

• Contribute approximately 300 to 400 hours annually to firm-generated bankruptcy matters.

• Mentor and direct a junior associate with bankruptcy experience.

• Grow your portable practice and build client relationships on a supportive firm platform.

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.

• Substantial experience in corporate restructuring, debt-side advisory, in-court bankruptcy, and out-of-court workouts.

• A track record of originating and managing client relationships, with an entrepreneurial interest in growing a book of business.

• Experience advising investment funds on debt involving troubled portfolio companies is valued.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.

• Collaborative approach and experience in a boutique setting; prior large-firm experience is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $250,000 to $300,000 annually. The role offers a path to equity partnership and compensation upside. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in New York, New York, with approximately three days per week in the office.