Business Restructuring Associate Attorney

2-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in New York City is actively seeking a Business Restructuring Associate Attorney with 3-4 years of proven experience in business restructuring law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in representing debtors and creditors in bankruptcy cases and distressed situations, focusing on corporate transactions and bankruptcy matters.

Duties:

• Represent debtors and creditors in bankruptcy cases and distressed situations.
• Provide support in complex corporate restructuring transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and debt restructuring.
• Collaborate with partners to represent clients in negotiations, hearings, and court proceedings related to business restructuring matters.
• Conduct in-depth legal analyses to assess the legal implications of business restructuring, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Draft chapter 11 filings, term sheets, disclosure statements, plans of reorganization, settlements, and asset purchase agreements.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, creditors, and other stakeholders involved in the restructuring process.
• Stay current on legal developments, precedents, and regulations relevant to business restructuring.
• Manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in the state of New York or eligibility to become admitted quickly.

Experience:

3-4 years of proven experience in business restructuring law, with a focus on corporate transactions and bankruptcy.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of bankruptcy laws, creditor rights, and restructuring strategies.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant work experience at a Chambers-ranked bankruptcy department at a large law firm is preferred.
• Candidates with a combination of related work and clerkship experience at the . Bankruptcy Court are encouraged to apply.

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