Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $145,000.00 - $205,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected business law firm with a sophisticated bankruptcy and creditors' rights practice.
• Handle substantive insolvency and bankruptcy matters representing creditors and business clients.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys on complex, high-value matters.
• Enjoy meaningful client contact and opportunities to take ownership of your work.
• Build your practice in a collaborative, collegial environment with strong professional development.
• Benefit from a competitive associate compensation package and robust firm benefits.

Location:

Sacramento, CA — Hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two remote days, typically Monday and Friday.

Note:

Must have an active California Bar license and 3+ years of bankruptcy, insolvency, and creditor-side/creditors' rights experience. More senior attorneys are welcome, and candidates from in-house or solo practice backgrounds will be considered.

About Us

We are a respected business law firm providing sophisticated legal counsel across bankruptcy, litigation, tax, corporate, real estate, employment, trusts and estates, and other business-focused practices. Our team combines high-level legal work with a collaborative culture and a strong commitment to client service. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent creditors and business clients in bankruptcy and insolvency matters.
• Handle creditor-side and creditors' rights matters from strategy through resolution.
• Analyze bankruptcy proceedings, restructuring issues, claims, and related disputes.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Participate in discovery, negotiations, hearings, and other bankruptcy proceedings.
• Advise clients on insolvency risks, creditor remedies, and strategic options.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys across multiple practice areas.
• Manage matters independently while contributing to a highly experienced legal team.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar admission.
• 3+ years of bankruptcy and insolvency experience.
• Substantive creditor-side or creditors' rights experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently and work effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Strong interest in developing a sophisticated bankruptcy and insolvency practice.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll work on sophisticated bankruptcy and creditors' rights matters while having the support and resources of an experienced team. Our collaborative culture gives attorneys meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and opportunities to grow their practices while maintaining a flexible hybrid schedule.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance