Senior Associate / Counsel, Bankruptcy & Restructuring, Philadelphia or Wilmington

Location: Philadelphia, PA or Wilmington, DE
Experience: 5+ Years
Compensation: $220,000–$260,000 annually

Position Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a highly qualified Senior Associate or Counsel to join its Bankruptcy and Restructuring practice in Philadelphia or Wilmington. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of substantial experience handling both in-court and out-of-court restructurings.

Experience representing debtors in bankruptcy and restructuring matters, as well as creditors' committees, is strongly preferred. Candidates should possess a strong academic background and excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complex bankruptcy, insolvency, and corporate restructuring matters.

• Advise and represent debtors in in-court and out-of-court restructuring proceedings.

• Represent creditors' committees and other stakeholders in bankruptcy matters.

• Develop legal strategies for distressed businesses and restructuring transactions.

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other legal documents.

• Analyze financial and legal issues arising in bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings.

• Collaborate with partners, clients, and other professionals to deliver effective legal solutions.

• Manage restructuring matters and support clients throughout the bankruptcy process.

Required Qualifications

• At least five years of substantial experience in bankruptcy and restructuring law.

• Experience handling both in-court and out-of-court restructurings.

• Admission to practice law in theState of Delaware.

• Strong academic credentials.

• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience representing debtors in bankruptcy and restructuring matters.

• Experience representing creditors' committees.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex restructuring matters and advise clients on strategic legal issues.

Compensation

The anticipated annual salary range is$220,000–$260,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should be prepared to submit the following:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Academic transcript

• Writing sample