Junior to Mid-level Bankruptcy Associate Attorney

A law firm in Scottsdale, AZ, is seeking a Junior to Mid-level Bankruptcy Associate Attorney with solid experience in bankruptcy law and litigation. The ideal candidate should have strong writing skills, excellent academic credentials, and preferably experience representing senior lenders.

Duties:

• Handle bankruptcy cases, including Chapter 7, 11, and 13 filings.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery materials.
• Represent clients in bankruptcy proceedings, hearings, and negotiations.
• Work closely with senior attorneys and partners on complex bankruptcy matters.
• Provide strategic advice and counsel to clients regarding bankruptcy issues.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Arizona in good standing.
• 2-5 years of experience practicing bankruptcy law, with litigation experience preferred.
• Strong academic credentials and demonstrated commitment to excellence.
• Experience representing senior lenders in bankruptcy proceedings is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of Arizona is required.

Skills:

• Proficiency in bankruptcy law and procedures.
• Strong legal research skills using LexisNexis, Westlaw, or similar platforms.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear recommendations.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Team player with a collaborative approach to work.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Various types of bonuses
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• 401k retirement plan
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance

For eight decades, this full-service business law firm has been representing financial institutions, corporations, and business entities regionally, nationally, and internationally. Valuing each client relationship, the firm understands that client's success is the firm's success. The firm uses cutting-edge technology to deliver the best service and results in a timely manner for clients. The lawyers are accessible, resourceful, skillful, and adapt easily to change. They are also active members of the communities in which they live and work and sit on the boards of prominent organizations, and teach and lecture frequently. The firm's diversity of attorneys and staff provides clients with a greater array of creative talent and alternative thinking, benefiting all. The firm provides a platform for all to pursue success and to take pride in providing the highest quality of legal services for clients. The firm hires talented professionals who share a collaborative spirit and innovative approach to practicing law. The firm is consistently ranked among the leading law firms by Chambers and Partners, Best Lawyers, The Daily Journal, and the Los Angeles Business Journal. It is also ranked among the leading firms nationally by American Legal Media and the National Law Journal.