Washington, DC $235,000 - $390,000 Id: 25a231fb-8b3b-4720-80e1-064226204fb6

Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

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  • 25a231fb-8b3b-4720-80e1-064226204fb6
  • May 18
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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

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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 Admission 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 credit 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.
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