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Bankruptcy Associate #ESF6725

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Prepare and review transactional documents related to bankruptcy and restructuring. * Conduct detailed legal research and analyze complex legal and financial issues. * Assist partners with case ...

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Bankruptcy & Restructuring Partner

White Plains, NY โ€ข On-site

$350K - $425K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

Lateral Partner: Bankruptcy, Restructuring & Creditors’ Rights

Summary

A prominent, full-service Mid-Atlantic law firm with an established regional footprint is seeking an experienced Bankruptcy & Restructuring Partner to expand its bankruptcy and insolvency practice in White Plains, NY.

This role is well-suited for a seasoned partner specializing in debtor-side reorganizations, creditor representation, or corporate debt workouts. The position combines leading complex Chapter 11 reorganizations, bankruptcy litigation, and out-of-court restructurings with expanding the firm’s creditor-side and workout practice across the Hudson Valley and Greater New York areas.

Key Details

  • Location: White Plains, NY (Suburban NYC Metro) / Hybrid arrangement available.
  • Position Level: Equity or Non-Equity Partner / Senior Counsel.
  • Base Compensation: $275,000 – $425,000+ USD (Commensurate with portable business and experience).
  • Incentive Structure: Competitive origination and cross-selling credit, profit-sharing opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Insolvency & Reorganization Representation: Lead client engagements involving Chapter 11 reorganizations, Chapter 7 liquidations, Chapter 15 cross-border insolvencies, and out-of-court workouts.
  • Creditors' Rights & Debtor Advisory: Represent financial institutions, secured and unsecured creditors, creditors' committees, liquidation trustees, and corporate debtors in distressed situations.
  • Bankruptcy Litigation: Manage all phases of adversary proceedings, contested matters, stay relief motions, asset sales (Section 363), and plan confirmation hearings before U.S. Bankruptcy Courts.
  • Cross-Practice Collaboration: Partner with the firm's Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Corporate/Finance, and Government Relations teams to offer comprehensive solutions for distressed assets and workout scenarios.
  • Practice Expansion: Utilize the firm’s multi-office network to grow your existing client base and originate new regional business.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Education & Bar: J.D. from an accredited law school; active admission to the New York State Bar in good standing (admission to U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts for the SDNY and EDNY required).
  • Experience: 10+ years of dedicated practice in commercial bankruptcy, corporate restructuring, and bankruptcy litigation.
  • Portable Book of Business: A portable book of business (typically $500k–$1M+ in annual collections) is strongly preferred/required for partner consideration.
  • Core Competencies: Proven trial advocacy in bankruptcy court, strong negotiation skills in complex debt restructurings, and leadership experience mentoring junior talent.

Firm Environment & Benefits

  • Dynamic full-service platform supporting cross-referrals between commercial real estate, banking/finance, and corporate practice groups.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and institutional marketing support.

Equal Opportunity Employer.