Associate (3 – 4 years)

Job Summary The Business Restructuring Department is seeking an experienced and skilled Business Restructuring Associate with 3 – 4 years of experience to join our dynamic team in the Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have proven experience representing debtors and creditors in bankruptcy cases and distressed situations. Duties/Responsibilities Associates in this position will be expected to: support our clients in all aspects of complex corporate restructuring transactions including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and debt restructuring; work with partners to represent clients in negotiations, hearings and court proceeding related to business restructuring matters; conduct in-dept legal analyses to assess the legal implications of business restructuring and ensure that all legal activities related to business restructuring comply with applicable laws and regulations; draft chapter 11 filings, term sheets and disclosure statements, plans of reorganization, settlements, and asset purchase agreements; maintain effective communication with clients, creditors and other stakeholders involved in the restructuring process; and stay current on legal developments, precedents, and regulations relevant to business restructuring. Skills/Abilities Qualified candidates must have 3-4 years of proven experience in business restructuring law, with a focus on corporate transactions and bankruptcy. Candidates must have a strong understanding of bankruptcy laws, creditor rights and restructuring strategies. Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and interpersonal skills will be essential for effective communication with clients and counterparts. Candidates should also be able to successfully manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines in this fast-paced environment. Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the state of Illinois or eligibility to become admitted in that jurisdiction quickly, will be required. Relevant work experience at a Chambers-ranked bankruptcy department at a large law firm is preferred and candidates with a combination of related work and clerkship experience at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court are encouraged to apply. How to Apply Submit cover letter, resume and law school transcript.