Finance & Bankruptcy Associate Attorney New York

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a mid-level associate attorney to join its Finance and Bankruptcy Practice Group in New York City .

This is a standout opportunity to work on complex U.S. and cross-border bankruptcy and restructuring matters within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary legal environment. The firm’s bankruptcy team is deeply integrated with its commercial finance, real estate, tax, labor, and corporate groups, allowing associates to develop broad-based skills while handling sophisticated matters related to financial distress and insolvency.

Key Responsibilities :

Represent debtors, creditors' committees, DIP lenders and borrowers , and investors in Chapter 11 proceedings

Draft bankruptcy petitions, first-day pleadings, disclosure statements, reorganization plans , and other key filings

Handle bankruptcy-related litigation , including prosecuting and defending preference, fraudulent transfer, and fiduciary duty claims

Advise clients on strategic planning before and during bankruptcy filings

Represent parties in Section 363 sales , including sellers, stalking horse bidders, and competing bidders

Work on foreclosures and contested plan confirmations

Collaborate closely with attorneys across practice areas to address the full scope of legal issues in bankruptcy matters

Qualifications :

3–5 years of experience in financial restructuring and bankruptcy law

Strong background working with creditors’ rights, distressed transactions , and bankruptcy litigation

Excellent writing, research, communication , and project management skills

Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously

Clerkship with a bankruptcy judge is a plus

Familiarity with business accounting and financial reporting issues

Education and Admission :

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials

Admitted to the New York State Bar

Work Environment :

This position is based in New York City

The firm currently follows a hybrid work policy requiring at least three days per week in-office (subject to change)

Compensation :

The salary range for this position is $235,000 – $390,000 , commensurate with experience and qualifications.

This is an exceptional chance to join a collaborative, high-caliber team at a leading law firm where you’ll handle some of the most challenging and rewarding work in the finance and bankruptcy space.