Our client is seeking a restructuring and special situations finance associate with 3–7 years of experience to join its Business Restructuring & Reorganization team in Palo Alto. The position offers work representing creditors and borrowers in complex financing matters, Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings.
The Work
- Represent creditors or borrowers in liability management transactions, with involvement in matters at the top of the capital structure.
- Work on debtor-in-possession financings for clients involved in bankruptcy proceedings.
- Represent clients in bankruptcy exit financings and financing transactions connected with restructuring situations.
- Advise on special situations financings for financial institutions and investment funds.
- Participate in high-profile representations in Chapter 11 cases, including work for hedge funds, CLOs, private equity funds and other financial institutions.
- Handle matters arising from out-of-court restructurings as well as court-supervised bankruptcy cases.
What You Bring
- Three to seven years of relevant legal experience, with significant experience representing creditors or borrowers in finance matters.
- Experience with liability management transactions.
- Experience with DIP financings, bankruptcy exit financings and/or special situations financings.
- Familiarity with Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings.
- Experience representing or working with hedge funds, CLOs, private equity funds or other financial institutions is relevant to the practice.
- The search is directed to law school class years 2019 through 2023.
Why Consider It
The role offers exposure to high-profile, top-of-the-capital-structure representations across both Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings, with a range of financial clients and creditor- and borrower-side matters.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated annual compensation range is $235,000–$390,000, depending on qualifications and other operational considerations.
Benefits include health care, retirement benefits, paid sick and vacation time, parental leave, basic life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts and discretionary, performance-based bonuses.
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.