Corporate Associate Attorney (Business Restructuring & Reorganization)

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a market-leading Business Restructuring & Reorganization practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with restructuring experience who is looking to work on sophisticated Chapter 11 matters, out-of-court restructurings, liability management transactions, and distressed investment opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing creditors or borrowers in complex restructuring transactions and a strong interest in distressed situations and special situations work.

• Advise creditors, borrowers, debtors, and investors in complex restructuring matters
• Represent clients in:
  • Liability management transactions
  • Chapter 11 reorganizations
  • Out-of-court restructurings
  • Distressed acquisitions
  • Special situations transactions
  • Cross-border restructuring matters
• Draft and negotiate restructuring and transaction documentation
• Analyze capital structures, financing arrangements, and restructuring alternatives
• Work closely with hedge funds, CLOs, private equity sponsors, financial institutions, and corporate clients
• Participate in restructuring strategy development and transaction execution
• Coordinate with finance, litigation, tax, and corporate teams on multidisciplinary matters
• Manage matters from inception through implementation and closing

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Law school class years 2019–2022
• Significant experience representing creditors and/or borrowers in restructuring matters
• Experience with:
  • Liability management transactions
  • Chapter 11 proceedings
  • Out-of-court restructurings
  • Distressed transactions
  • Corporate reorganizations
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage complex matters in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
• Strong business judgment and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding academic credentials

• Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000
• Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
• Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Parental leave
• Basic life insurance

• Join a market-leading Business Restructuring & Reorganization practice
• Work on high-profile creditor, debtor, and distressed acquisition matters
• Represent hedge funds, CLOs, private equity sponsors, and major financial institutions
• Gain exposure to sophisticated Chapter 11 and cross-border restructuring matters
• Significant client contact and responsibility
• Strong mentorship, training, and long-term career advancement opportunities

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