Attorney - Associate - Bankruptcy

Job Description

Job Description

About Cullen and Dykman LLP

Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full‑service law firm that has been serving clients since 1850. We are committed to delivering the highest quality legal services while upholding the highest standards of professionalism. Our dynamic and collegial environment fosters collaboration among attorneys, paralegals, and staff, ensuring that every team member contributes to the firm’s continued success.

What You’ll Do

Join our Bankruptcy Group in either Uniondale or New York City, where you will represent clients in a broad range of bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, and insolvency matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters involving bankruptcy proceedings, loan workouts, and commercial disputes while collaborating with experienced attorneys and contributing to the continued growth of our practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent debtors, Chapter 7 trustees, secured creditors, and lenders in bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings.
• Handle matters arising under Chapters 7 and 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.
• Represent secured lenders in loan workouts and related negotiations.
• Advise clients on bankruptcy laws, creditors’ rights, and insolvency-related matters.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery demands, settlement agreements, and other bankruptcy-related filings.
• Appear in bankruptcy court and participate in hearings, conferences, negotiations, and related proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda addressing bankruptcy and related commercial law issues.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop practical, business-oriented solutions.

What You’ll Bring

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Admission to the New York Bar required; New Jersey Bar admission a plus.
• 2–5 years of bankruptcy experience, including exposure to Chapters 7 and 11 proceedings.
• Experience representing debtors, trustees, creditors, and/or lenders in bankruptcy matters preferred.
• Experience with commercial foreclosures and loan workouts a plus.
• Admission to the Federal District Courts in New York a plus.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong professional judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple matters, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to client service and the highest ethical standards.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package and a collaborative, friendly environment. The salary range for this role is $150,000-$210,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume by clicking “Apply.”

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cullen and Dykman LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.