Creditors' Rights Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate attorney with 3 to 5 years of experience to join its Creditors' Rights, Restructuring, and Bankruptcy Practice Group in the Garden City, NY office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creditors' rights and bankruptcy law, with experience handling complex litigation matters and conducting discovery. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment with a focus on commercial litigation, finance, and bankruptcy matters.

Duties:

• Draft complaints, motions, and other legal documents related to creditors' rights and bankruptcy cases.
• Conduct discovery, including document review, depositions, and interrogatories.
• Appear in federal, state, and bankruptcy courts for hearings, motions, and other proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in mediation or arbitration.
• Collaborate with clients and opposing counsel to resolve legal disputes efficiently.
• Manage cases involving collateral repossession, equipment leasing, commercial real estate foreclosure, and UCC-related matters.
• Provide counsel on commercial finance law and restructuring efforts.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in creditors' rights, restructuring, and bankruptcy law.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents, conducting discovery, and appearing in court.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills for working with clients and opposing counsel.
• Experience with the Uniform Commercial Code (Articles 2, 2A, and 9) and commercial finance law.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate foreclosure and equipment leasing matters.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of New York, in good standing.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle a diverse caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, HSA, and Flexible Spending Plan.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid vacation and professional development opportunities.

This firm has extensive experience in litigation, bankruptcy, corporate law, tax, intellectual property, real estate and trusts and estates.