Business Restructuring Associate

A law firm seeks a talented Business Restructuring Associate to join its New York office. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in representing debtors and creditors in corporate restructuring, bankruptcy, and distressed transactions. This position offers the opportunity to work with partners on complex corporate restructuring matters, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and debt restructuring. The successful candidate will contribute to negotiating, drafting, and representing clients in court proceedings related to business restructuring.

Duties:

• Support clients with complex corporate restructuring transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and debt restructuring.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to represent clients in negotiations, hearings, and court proceedings related to business restructuring.
• Conduct in-depth legal analyses to assess business restructuring implications and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Draft essential restructuring documents, including Chapter 11 filings, term sheets, disclosure statements, plans of reorganization, settlements, and asset purchase agreements.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, creditors, and other stakeholders involved in the restructuring process.
• Stay informed about legal developments, precedents, and regulations relevant to business restructuring.

Requirements:

• 2 to 5 years of experience in business restructuring law, including corporate transactions and bankruptcy.
• Strong understanding of bankruptcy laws, creditor rights, and restructuring strategies.
• Proven experience in drafting legal documents, negotiation, and effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• Experience at a Chambers-ranked bankruptcy department at a large law firm is preferred. Candidates with clerkship experience at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court are also encouraged to apply.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice law in the state of New York, or eligibility for quick admission.

Skills:

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep knowledge of bankruptcy laws, creditor rights, and business restructuring strategies.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Retirement plans and other financial benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Parental leave and family support programs.

This role provides an exciting opportunity for a motivated associate to contribute to high-stakes business restructuring matters and develop a broad range of legal expertise.

This law firm has an office in New York that provides legal services and advice on intellectual property matters, with a special focus on patent and other proprietary rights arising within the field of the Life Sciences. Attorneys provide high quality legal representation and creative solutions in bankruptcy and business restructuring, business and securities litigation, capital markets, finance, M&A, and white collar defense. The firm also specializes in health care, private equity, hedge funds, intellectual property, healthcare, and tax law. Clients include New York-based financial and business leaders. This office has a great atmosphere and offers competitive salaries. Pro bono work is also encouraged.