A boutique law firm is seeking a senior attorney to lead and grow its bankruptcy and restructuring practice. The role combines an established portable practice with advising investment funds on distressed portfolio companies and supporting existing firm clients.
Lead the bankruptcy and restructuring practice, including in-court matters and out-of-court workouts.
Advise investment funds on debt-side restructuring matters involving troubled portfolio companies.
Handle approximately 300 to 400 hours per year of firm-generated bankruptcy work alongside your portable practice.
Build and grow your practice while working with colleagues serving the firm's existing clients.
Mentor and direct a junior associate with bankruptcy experience.
10 to 25 years of bankruptcy, restructuring, and debtor-creditor experience.
A portable bankruptcy and restructuring practice with approximately $1 million to $1.5 million in annual collections, plus a record of originating and managing client relationships.
Substantial experience with both in-court bankruptcy matters and out-of-court workouts and restructurings, including corporate restructuring and debt-side advisory work.
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.
Department leadership experience, an entrepreneurial approach to growing a practice, and the ability to collaborate in a boutique firm environment.
Big law experience is preferred. A stable work history and proximity to New York are expected.
Base salary range: $250,000 to $300,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Hybrid, based in New York, New York, with approximately three days per week in the office.