Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate Attorney to join its practice group in Pittsburgh, PA. This role provides an opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys and handle a broad range of bankruptcy and restructuring cases. The position focuses on delivering proactive, client-centric legal services while supporting the firm’s clients in varied and complex legal matters.

Duties

• Provide comprehensive support to the Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice group.
• Represent clients in bankruptcy proceedings, receiverships, and associated litigation.
• Draft and negotiate forbearance agreements, bankruptcy plans, and corporate documents.
• Prepare and review motions, briefs, bankruptcy plans, and other legal filings.
• Represent borrowers in financing transactions and related legal matters.
• Assist with preparing expert reports, mediation statements, and other litigation support materials.
• Attend court proceedings and mediation sessions as required.
• Collaborate with team members and maintain a commitment to high-quality legal services.

Requirements

• Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania.
• 3–6 years of experience in estate law, bankruptcy, or restructuring preferred.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex legal documents.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and editing skills with an emphasis on persuasive advocacy.
• Professionalism and teamwork-oriented mindset.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active Pennsylvania Bar admission or ability to become licensed.

Skills

• Experience with practice-specific software and legal research tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with iManage or other document management systems is preferred.
• Strong project management and time management abilities.
• Experience in business development and direct client engagement is an advantage.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments and complex cases.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for individuals and families.
• Firm-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Profit-sharing 401(k) plan.
• We paid time off and holiday benefits.
• Tuition assistance for professional development.
• Marketing resources and dedicated support for business development efforts.
• Mentorship programs and structured guidance for career growth.
• Individual marketing budgets for building a personal practice.

This position offers a rewarding career path, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment committed to professional development. The firm fosters collaboration, diversity, and equal opportunity while encouraging attorneys to thrive in their practice.

This Pennsylvania-based firm is more than 110 years old. Over seventy-five highly regarded attorneys are employed at the firm. They represent clients nationwide. Practice areas and industries are wide-ranging. Business-corporate, estates-trusts, government relations and municipal-school law are some of its practice disciplines.