Bankruptcy Associate Attorney

Overview Hybrid Bankruptcy Associate Opportunity (NYC or Long Island). Responsibilities Represent creditors in bankruptcy proceedings, including Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 cases, and advise on creditors' rights. Handle loan workouts, commercial foreclosures, and other insolvency-related matters. Draft, review, and negotiate complex bankruptcy documents and agreements. Engage in strategic planning and manage litigation risks. Attend court hearings and trials, presenting arguments and evidence effectively. Conduct legal research and provide advice on bankruptcy laws and regulations. Collaborate with other attorneys and professionals to ensure comprehensive legal support. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with timely and relevant updates about their cases. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the NY bar. NJ admission a plus. Minimum of 2 years' experience in bankruptcy law, with a focus on creditors' rights, insolvency, lender, loan workouts, Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or commercial foreclosure. Proven track record of successfully handling complex bankruptcy cases. Strong litigation skills, with experience in attending court hearings and trials. Excellent legal research and writing skills. Ability to handle a high volume of cases and work under pressure. Exceptional negotiation skills, with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes for clients. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and other professionals. Proficiency in using legal research tools and software. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding the highest standards of professional ethics. Benefits 401(k) Plan 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Long term disability insurance Employee assistance program Paid time off Referral program Hybrid work schedule About the role This is a permanent position offering a unique opportunity to work on complex and high-stakes bankruptcy cases. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling a wide array of bankruptcy-related matters, with a focus on creditors' rights, insolvency, lender, loan workouts, Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and commercial foreclosure. Company information We are a well-established, full-service law firm with a long-standing presence in the New York market, offering a highly collaborative environment and strong institutional clients. Equal Opportunity and Privacy Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot