Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a motivated and experienced Bankruptcy and Creditors' Rights Associate Attorney to join its Kansas City, MO office. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile bankruptcy cases and creditors' rights matters on a national scale. The successful candidate will work across various industries, providing business-oriented solutions to clients in bankruptcy cases, adversary proceedings, and out-of-court restructurings.

Duties:

• Represent clients in bankruptcy cases, adversary proceedings, and state court receiverships.
• Provide strategic legal advice on insolvency issues and creditors' rights in both litigation and transactional settings.
• Draft and review legal documents, including motions, briefs, and pleadings, related to bankruptcy and creditors’ rights matters.
• Develop creative legal solutions for businesses across diverse industries, such as real estate, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with a national team of attorneys to handle sophisticated bankruptcy and restructuring work.
• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their goals and provide tailored legal strategies.

Requirements:

• Active Missouri Bar licensure or eligibility to waive into Missouri practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in bankruptcy and creditors' rights law, or relevant legal experience in insolvency matters.
• Judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and work collaboratively within a national practice group.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active member of the Missouri State Bar (or ability to waive in).

Skills:

• Expertise in bankruptcy and creditors' rights law.
• Strong legal drafting and research capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal issues efficiently and effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education support.

Location:

• Kansas City, MO (Hybrid work model available)

This is an excellent opportunity for a bankruptcy and creditors' rights attorney looking to work on challenging cases with a respected national firm. If you are passionate about insolvency law and seeking to expand your career, we encourage you to apply.

This firm is home to nearly 500 attorneys spread across 13 offices nationwide, an excellent size for associates and partners alike. The firm offers a full suite of practice areas and caters to businesses of many sizes and industries, with particularly strong litigation and corporate services. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and pro bono service, this is an excellent firm at which to work.