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Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

$235k - $390k

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – RESTRUCTURING & SPECIAL SITUATIONS FINANCE

Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group

Preferred Location New York, NY

Locations: CA (Los Angeles, Orange County, Silicon Valley, San Francisco) \ CO (Denver)\ TX (Dallas, Houston); District of Columbia

HYBRID

Our client, a leading AmLaw firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group. This is a compelling opportunity to work on complex domestic and cross-border restructuring matters, distressed financings, and special situations transactions within a sophisticated and fast-paced practice.

Candidate Profile

  • JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
  • Active Bar Admissio n in applicable jurisdiction , in good standing
  • 3–7 years of substantive experience in restructuring, bankruptcy, and/or special situations finance transactions
  • Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, and liability management transactions
  • Experience representing creditors, debtors, sponsors, or financial institutions in distressed scenarios
  • Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
  • Large law firm experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent clients in complex restructuring and insolvency matters , both in-court and out-of-court
  • Advise creditors, debtors, and investors in distressed and special situations financings
  • Draft and negotiate c redit agreements, restructuring support agreements, and related transaction documents
  • Support liability management transactions, recapitalizations, and distressed M&A opportunities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, corporate, and litigation attorneys

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded restructuring and finance practice working on high-profile, complex matters across industries. The team is known for its strategic, business-oriented approach and collaborative culture. Attorneys benefit from hands-on experience, meaningful client exposure, and the opportunity to develop expertise in cutting-edge restructuring and special situations transactions.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary : $235,000 – $390,000+ , commensurate with experience and class year.

Bonuses : Discretionary and performance based
Comprehensive Benefits Package : Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, professional development resources, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume , and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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