Bankruptcy Litigation Associate Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Bankruptcy Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Baltimore, MD, seeks a dynamic and experienced bankruptcy litigation associate attorney to join its busy bankruptcy practice. The role involves litigation and transactional work, offering training opportunities, collaboration across practice groups, and potential for advancement in a collegial environment. The candidate will have the chance to engage in business development activities, with the flexibility to work remotely two days per week.

Duties:

• Take depositions and argue motions and contested matters in state and federal courts.
• Receive training opportunities with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Collaborate across practice groups and offices.
• Engage in business development activities to potentially grow into a partnership.
• Work remotely two days per week.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience litigating bankruptcy, restructuring, and creditors’ rights and insolvency-related matters.
• Strong working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code, local rules, UCC, and secured transactions.
• Significant experience in motions practice, contested matters, and/or adversary proceedings.
• Fast thinker able to respond and pivot well in court and under pressure.
• Experience in preparing or materially assisting in the preparation of many depositions.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Excel in a team environment.
• Keen interest in developing and implementing relationship-building skills.
• Prior experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent law school credentials and references.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Maryland State Bar or ability to waive into the Maryland Bar.

Skills:

• Litigation skills, including depositions and motions practice.
• Strong understanding of bankruptcy law and related regulations.
• Research and writing proficiency.
• Communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Location: Baltimore, MD

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries.
• Quality benefits programs, including an annual stipend for outside interests.
• Workplace flexibility.
• One-on-one career coaching.
• Professional development opportunities and support.

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