Our client is seeking a Washington-based attorney with 4–6 years of experience to support bankruptcy and restructuring representations across the organization’s offices. This non-partner-track role combines responsibility for court disclosure coordination with research and writing on a range of restructuring issues.
The Work
- Coordinate with the internal new matters department to manage and prepare required court disclosures in bankruptcy matters.
- Support disclosures connected to the organization’s retention as counsel to debtors, official committees, and clients in special counsel engagements.
- Contribute to representations involving Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, and distressed acquisitions, with a focus on company-side engagements.
- Conduct legal research and support writing initiatives on bankruptcy, restructuring, distressed mergers and acquisitions, and related issues.
- Contribute to practice-focused publications while helping support matters across offices.
- Organize competing assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, working with lawyers involved in the underlying representations.
What You Bring
- 4–6 years of relevant legal experience supporting bankruptcy and restructuring matters.
- Experience supporting Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, and distressed acquisitions.
- Experience with a focus on company-side engagements.
- Membership in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar.
- Strong legal writing skills, including the ability to support research and practice-focused publications.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Why Consider It
This firmwide, non-partner-track position supports bankruptcy and restructuring representations across offices and combines practical coordination of court disclosures with research and writing on bankruptcy, distressed M&A, and related issues.
The role offers a defined focus and meaningful contribution to company-side matters.
Compensation & Benefits
A stated salary range of $180,000–$220,000; actual salary is commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.