Financial Restructuring and Insolvency Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, California is seeking a Financial Restructuring and Insolvency Attorney to join their dynamic team. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex financial restructuring and insolvency matters, assisting clients with bankruptcy proceedings, reorganizations, and corporate governance. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills, experience in litigation, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams efficiently. The attorney will work closely with partners and senior associates, handle high-stakes cases, and provide critical legal counsel to clients in financial distress.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Case Management:
  • Manage a variety of financial restructuring and insolvency cases, including bankruptcy proceedings and complex litigation.
  • Oversee multiple teams of attorneys and workstreams to ensure effective representation of clients.
  • Conduct due diligence and analysis of corporate governance and financial structures.
• Legal Research and Drafting:
  • Perform comprehensive legal and factual research related to financial restructuring, insolvency, and bankruptcy law.
  • Draft disclosure statements, plans of reorganization, and corporate documents.
  • Prepare persuasive legal briefs, memoranda, and other court documents.
  • Analyze complex capital structures and financial issues affecting client businesses.
• Court Representation and Litigation:
  • Prepare for and participate in depositions, witness interviews, court hearings, and trials.
  • Present legal arguments in court and communicate with opposing counsel to negotiate settlements and agreements.
  • Assist senior attorneys with litigation strategy and case management, providing support in high-stakes cases.
• Client Interaction:
  • Provide strategic legal advice to clients regarding bankruptcy, corporate governance, and restructuring.
  • Communicate regularly with clients, addressing their concerns and adjusting strategies as needed.
  • Assist in developing business strategies and preparing client pitches to secure new business.
• Business Development:
  • Participate in the preparation of proposals and pitches for potential clients.
  • Assist in the development of innovative legal strategies to meet client objectives.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work closely with partners, senior associates, and staff to ensure the timely and effective handling of cases.
  • Delegate tasks to junior associates and paralegals and provide feedback on their work.

Requirements

• Experience:
  • 2+ years of experience in financial restructuring, insolvency, complex litigation, or related business law.
  • Experience managing or assisting in complex business litigation and reorganization cases is strongly preferred.
• Education:
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • LLM or foreign equivalent degree is acceptable but not required.
• Licensing:
  • Admission to the California Bar in good standing or the ability to become admitted.
  • Admission, or the ability to become admitted, to a U.S. Federal Court is required.

Skills

• Legal Research and Writing:
  • Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to draft detailed legal documents.
  • Experience with drafting corporate documents, disclosure statements, and reorganization plans.
• Litigation and Negotiation:
  • Ability to effectively manage complex litigation and appear in court to represent clients.
  • Skilled in negotiation, communication with opposing counsel, and handling high-pressure litigation.
• Project Management:
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Capable of coordinating teams of attorneys and staff across various workstreams.
• Communication:
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials.
  • Ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to clients and team members.
• Attention to Detail:
  • High level of accuracy in legal research, drafting, and reviewing documents.
  • Strong attention to detail in all aspects of litigation, case management, and client communications.
• Time Management:
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage time effectively to meet strict deadlines.
  • Flexibility to work additional hours as required to meet client needs.

Certifications and Licensing

• Required:
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Admission to the California Bar (or ability to become admitted).
  • Admission to a U.S. Federal Court (or ability to become admitted).

Job Location

• Los Angeles, California

Benefits

The law firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid vacation and leave programs, including parental leave.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses for exempt roles.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

A highly respected New York firm that has grown into an international juggernaut, this AmLaw firm boasts 44 offices spread across 30 countries. The firm is renowned for its strengths in the areas of global M&A, finance, antitrust, arbitration, financial restructuring, cross-border transactions, and insolvency. But despite the firm?s top-drawer status, there?s little stodginess here ? the firm was ranked first in diversity by American Lawyer in 2017 and 2018 and, by Law360, as the top law firm for people of color. While the firm?s attorneys are expected to work hard, it is sure to be top quality, complex work that will help you take your career to the next level.