Restructuring, Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Associate

Job Overview:
A prestigious regional law firm is seeking a Restructuring, Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Associate to join its dynamic practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years of experience handling complex bankruptcy matters or judicial clerkship experience. This role offers an opportunity to work on a broad range of restructuring and bankruptcy cases across multiple industries, providing clients with strategic legal advice.

Location:

• Albany, NY

Duties:

• Manage and support complex bankruptcy, restructuring, and creditors' rights cases.
• Draft legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and bankruptcy-related agreements.
• Provide legal advice to clients on a variety of restructuring and bankruptcy matters.
• Conduct detailed legal research and prepare memoranda to support case strategies.
• Represent clients at court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings.
• Assist in managing client relationships and provide updates on case developments.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to ensure timely and effective case management.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of experience in bankruptcy law or judicial clerkship experience.
• Licensed to practice law in New York State or Connecticut.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in New York State or Connecticut.

Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and communication abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent client management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) and retirement benefits.
• Opportunity for career growth within a collaborative work environment.

With a focus on accountability, dedication, competency, understanding, determination, independence, discipline, unity of purpose, and commitment, this firm is made up of quality legal professionals in its Syracuse office. The firm possesses the ability to provide proactive customer service and outstanding legal advice in a variety of practice areas including commercial litigation, intellectual property, construction, corporate, energy, creditors rights, environmental, health care, immigration, trusts and estates, professional liability, labor and employment, and real estate.