Senior Bankruptcy Attorney

About the Role

A boutique law firm is seeking a senior attorney to lead and grow its bankruptcy and restructuring practice. The role advises investment funds on troubled portfolio companies and combines a portable practice with firm-generated matters.

What You'll Do

• Lead the bankruptcy and restructuring practice as its senior department head.

• Advise investment funds on debt-side restructurings and workouts involving troubled portfolio companies.

• Handle both in-court bankruptcy matters and out-of-court restructurings.

• Work on approximately 300 to 400 hours per year of firm-generated bankruptcy matters alongside your portable practice.

• Mentor and direct a junior associate with bankruptcy experience.

• Develop your practice and collaborate with attorneys serving the firm's clients.

What We're Looking For

• At least 15 years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, and debtor-creditor matters.

• A portable bankruptcy and restructuring practice generating approximately $1 million to $1.5 million in annual collections.

• Strong experience in corporate restructuring, debt-side advisory, in-court bankruptcy, and out-of-court workouts.

• A track record of originating and managing client relationships, with an interest in growing your practice.

• Experience advising investment funds on troubled portfolio companies is valuable.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.

• Ability to contribute effectively in a collaborative boutique law firm environment.

• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary is $250,000 to $300,000 annually. The role offers a path to equity partnership and potential for additional compensation.

Location

Hybrid position based in New York, New York, with approximately three days per week in the office.