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Corporate Associate Attorney (Business Restructuring & Reorganization)

$260k - $390k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a market-leading Business Restructuring & Reorganization practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with restructuring experience who is looking to work on sophisticated Chapter 11 matters, out-of-court restructurings, liability management transactions, and distressed investment opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing creditors or borrowers in complex restructuring transactions and a strong interest in distressed situations and special situations work.

Responsibilities
  • Advise creditors, borrowers, debtors, and investors in complex restructuring matters
  • Represent clients in:
    • Liability management transactions
    • Chapter 11 reorganizations
    • Out-of-court restructurings
    • Distressed acquisitions
    • Special situations transactions
    • Cross-border restructuring matters
  • Draft and negotiate restructuring and transaction documentation
  • Analyze capital structures, financing arrangements, and restructuring alternatives
  • Work closely with hedge funds, CLOs, private equity sponsors, financial institutions, and corporate clients
  • Participate in restructuring strategy development and transaction execution
  • Coordinate with finance, litigation, tax, and corporate teams on multidisciplinary matters
  • Manage matters from inception through implementation and closing
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Law school class years 2019–2022
  • Significant experience representing creditors and/or borrowers in restructuring matters
  • Experience with:
    • Liability management transactions
    • Chapter 11 proceedings
    • Out-of-court restructurings
    • Distressed transactions
    • Corporate reorganizations
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage complex matters in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication abilities
  • Strong business judgment and problem-solving skills
  • Outstanding academic credentials
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000
  • Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave
  • Basic life insurance
Why This Opportunity
  • Join a market-leading Business Restructuring & Reorganization practice
  • Work on high-profile creditor, debtor, and distressed acquisition matters
  • Represent hedge funds, CLOs, private equity sponsors, and major financial institutions
  • Gain exposure to sophisticated Chapter 11 and cross-border restructuring matters
  • Significant client contact and responsibility
  • Strong mentorship, training, and long-term career advancement opportunities

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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