A boutique law firm is seeking a senior attorney to lead and grow its bankruptcy and restructuring practice. You will advise investment funds on troubled portfolio companies and work alongside attorneys serving the firm's clients.
Lead the bankruptcy and restructuring practice, handling both in-court matters and out-of-court workouts.
Advise investment funds on debt-side restructurings involving troubled portfolio companies.
Manage your portable practice while building client relationships and growing your book of business.
Handle approximately 300 to 400 hours per year of firm-generated bankruptcy work.
Mentor and direct a junior associate with bankruptcy experience.
15+ years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, and debtor-creditor matters.
A portable bankruptcy and restructuring practice generating approximately $1 million to $1.5 million in annual collections.
Substantial experience with in-court bankruptcy matters and out-of-court workouts, including corporate restructuring and debt-side advisory.
Demonstrated ability to originate and manage client relationships, with an entrepreneurial approach to growing a practice.
A J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.
Experience in a large law firm or a high-level boutique, and a collaborative approach suited to a smaller firm environment.
Base salary: $250,000 to $300,000 annually. The role offers a path to equity partnership. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Hybrid, based in New York, New York, with an expectation of working in the office approximately three days per week.