iLocatum
Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney
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.
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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