Bankruptcy Attorney, Debtor Litigation, Partner or Senior Associate

About the Role

Join an established bankruptcy and commercial litigation practice as a debtor-side bankruptcy litigator. You will lead complex disputes, work closely with an experienced legal team, and help steward client relationships as part of a planned leadership transition.

What You'll Do

• Lead debtor-side bankruptcy litigation, including adversary proceedings, contested matters, and related disputes.

• Manage matters from case strategy through courtroom advocacy, hearings, and resolution.

• Work collaboratively with bankruptcy and commercial litigation colleagues to represent clients in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 proceedings.

• Develop and maintain client relationships, and contribute to business development and practice growth.

• Help transition and manage existing client relationships and active matters as a senior partner steps back.

What We're Looking For

• 8 to 15 or more years of bankruptcy litigation experience, with a strong debtor-side focus.

• Experience handling adversary proceedings, contested matters, bankruptcy court appearances, and hearings.

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active admission to the New York bar.

• Proficiency with the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, ECF, and Microsoft Office.

• Ability to manage a practice independently, collaborate openly, and steward client relationships through a leadership transition.

• A portable bankruptcy book of business is valued. Business development and experience managing clients through a partner transition are also welcome.

• Ability to work from the Midtown Manhattan office when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $275,000 to $400,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Remote within the United States, with a primary location in New York City. The role requires the ability to work from the Midtown Manhattan office when needed.