Bankruptcy & Restructuring Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Bankruptcy & Restructuring Attorney Mid-Level Associate

Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) | Full-Time | $235,000 - $360,000 + Bonus | Relocation Assistance Available | No Visa Sponsorship

Advance your career with a nationally recognized law firm that is expanding its Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice in Charlotte. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level attorney who enjoys solving complex business challenges, advising clients through distressed situations, and working on sophisticated restructuring and insolvency matters involving major financial institutions, private equity sponsors, distressed investors, and corporate borrowers.

As a Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate, you'll handle a broad mix of Chapter 11 matters, distressed mergers and acquisitions, financial services transactions, out-of-court restructurings, and corporate workouts. Working alongside accomplished attorneys across the firm's Financial Services, Corporate, Finance, and M&A practices, you'll gain meaningful client exposure, early responsibility, and the opportunity to build specialized expertise in one of the most dynamic areas of transactional law.

If you're looking for sophisticated deal work, collaborative colleagues, and a clear path for long-term professional growth, this role offers an exceptional platform.

• Work on high-profile bankruptcy, restructuring, distressed M&A, and insolvency matters for nationally recognized clients.
• Represent financial institutions, private equity sponsors, distressed investors, lenders, and corporate borrowers.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys across Bankruptcy, Financial Services, Corporate, Finance, and M&A practices.
• Gain significant client interaction and increasing responsibility on sophisticated matters.
• Hybrid work schedule that supports flexibility and collaboration.
• Competitive compensation ranging from $235,000-$360,000 , plus performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits.
• Retirement planning and financial wellness programs.
• Paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
• Life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• Bar admission reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
• Inclusive culture focused on mentorship, collaboration, and long-term career advancement.

• Advise clients on Chapter 11 proceedings, corporate restructurings, workouts, insolvency matters, and distressed transactions.
• Represent lenders, creditors, debtors, private equity sponsors, and distressed investors in complex restructuring matters.
• Draft and negotiate restructuring support agreements, financing documents, purchase agreements, and related transactional documents.
• Support distressed mergers and acquisitions, financial services transactions, and strategic corporate transactions.
• Conduct legal analysis related to bankruptcy, insolvency, creditors' rights, and restructuring strategies.
• Collaborate with financial advisors, investment bankers, and cross-functional legal teams throughout all stages of transactions.
• Manage multiple sophisticated matters while providing practical, business-focused legal advice.
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• 2-6 years of legal experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, insolvency, finance, corporate transactions, or related practice areas.
• Experience handling sophisticated transactional matters involving financial institutions or corporate clients.
• Strong legal drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Licensed in North Carolina or eligible for admission.

Preferred

• Graduate of a Top 50 U.S. law school.
• Experience practicing at an Am Law 200 firm.
• Attorneys from highly regarded regional firms handling sophisticated transactional matters are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with Chapter 11 proceedings, corporate restructuring, distressed mergers and acquisitions, financial services transactions, or creditors' rights.
• Judicial clerkship in bankruptcy or a related court.
• Strong academic credentials, including a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

This opportunity is with a nationally respected law firm known for advising financial institutions, Fortune 500 companies, private equity sponsors, investment funds, and corporate clients on sophisticated restructuring, finance, and corporate transactions. The firm has earned a strong reputation for handling complex, high-stakes matters while fostering a collaborative culture that emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and long-term career success.

Attorneys benefit from meaningful client interaction, cross-practice collaboration, and early responsibility on market-leading matters, creating an exceptional environment for building a successful legal career.

Charlotte is one of the nation's leading financial centers, making it an outstanding location for attorneys practicing bankruptcy, restructuring, and financial services law. The city's growing legal market provides access to sophisticated clients and complex matters while offering a lower cost of living than many major East Coast legal markets.

Outside of work, Charlotte features professional sports, acclaimed restaurants, breweries, live entertainment, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods. Residents also enjoy nearby lakes, extensive greenways, and convenient access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, providing an exceptional balance between career opportunities and quality of life.

Restructuring attorneys often seek a practice that combines sophisticated matters, meaningful client relationships, mentorship, and opportunities for long-term advancement. This opportunity delivers all of those advantages while offering exposure to complex restructurings, distressed transactions, and nationally significant bankruptcy matters. You'll join a collaborative team where your contributions are valued, your professional development is supported, and your career can continue to grow alongside an expanding practice.

• Salary Range: $235,000-$360,000 annually , plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.
• This is a full-time hybrid position based in Charlotte, North Carolina, with an expected schedule of approximately three days per week in the office.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates and may vary based on individual circumstances.
• Bar admission reimbursement and professional development support may be available where applicable.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background and bar admission verification.
• The hiring employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, North Carolina, or local law.

Reference #: BSS 25-03685