Business Restructuring & Insolvency Associate Attorney

**This is an in-office role**

Who Is Our Client?

They're a destination AmLaw 100 law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.

They are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for top-notch talent.

This client consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to their legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to their communities.

Representative Work

Corporate Distress
Bankruptcy
Large, Corporate Chapter 11 Cases
Out-of-court Restructuring Matters

Our client's Business Restructuring & Insolvency Practice Group is consistently recognized as industry leaders by Chambers USA, Legal 500 US, Law360, and The Deal.

The Business Restructuring & Insolvency Practice Group in NYC is made up of:

12 Partners

2 Of Counsels

8 Associates

And they're looking to add another associate attorney!

Our Client's Difference (What Makes Them Stand Out From The Rest)

They empower their lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to our attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will be a high performer with 4 to 6 years of experience in special situations and/or bankruptcy and restructuring at a leading firm, including work on large, complex chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructuring matters.

You have a strong understanding of restructuring principles.
You have exposure to transactional aspects of restructurings, including negotiating plans, financing arrangements, asset sales, restructuring support agreements and liability management transactions.

You have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong judgment, and the ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters with increasing responsibility.

Strong academic credentials in law coursework at a top-tier law school are highly valued.

You are a member of the New York bar.

This client likes associates from the following law schools & law firms:
Harvard, Cornell, Georgetown, Yale, NYU, American University, Cal, George Washington University, UVA School of Law, Columbia, Boston College Law

Perkins Coie
Keller & Heckman LLP
Foley & Lardner
DLA Piper
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Latham & Watkins
Kirkland & Ellis

Associate Bonus Structure

Associates can count unlimited pro-bono and inclusion hours, and up to 100 pre-approved hours for knowledge management and business development activities, toward their bonus eligibility.

Additional high-hour bonuses are available at 2,100, 2,300, and 2,500 hours, and merit incentives are awarded to associates whose performance exceeds expectations, enhancing transparency in annual evaluations.

In 2025, the high-hours awards added 10 40% to the base bonus amount, and merit incentives added 10% or 20% to both the base bonus and high-hours awards. With these awards and incentives, our most senior associates were eligible for bonuses of up to $218,200, inclusive of special bonuses.

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability/401k

A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care, and more.
Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.

If you meet the requirements please apply today!