Hybrid Financial Services, Restructuring & Bankruptcy Associate Attorney

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About the role

  • Associate Attorney specializing in financial services, restructuring, and bankruptcy at a growing New Jersey law firm. Engage in sophisticated legal work with a focus on client solutions and professional growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of documentation for sophisticated secured lending and commercial loans.
  • Develop and implement restructuring strategies, forbearance agreements, and distressed asset management solutions for clients.
  • Provide robust representation in bankruptcy filings and advocate on behalf of creditors in negotiations and plan confirmations.
  • Conduct critical due diligence and transactional support for corporate acquisitions, real estate deals, and various lending arrangements.
  • Collaborate seamlessly with senior attorneys in a flexible, hybrid work environment.
  • Act as a mentor to junior attorneys, contributing to the firm's knowledge-sharing and development initiatives.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Active Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required; New York Bar admission is strongly preferred.
  • Approximately 4+ years of substantive experience in at least two of the following areas: bankruptcy, banking/finance, real estate, or corporate law.
  • Proven expertise in loan documentation, workouts, restructuring agreements, and creditor representation.
  • Excellent contract drafting, document review, and advanced legal research capabilities.
  • Superior organizational, communication, and time-management abilities, essential for handling multiple complex engagements.
  • Proficiency with legal technology tools (e.g., DocuSign, iManage, or equivalent).

Benefits

  • Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Maintain a full-time schedule with a manageable annual billing requirement of 1,800 hours, promoting sustainability and high-quality work.
  • True Hybrid Flexibility: Benefit from a structured, yet flexible, hybrid model.
  • Diverse, High-Stakes Experience: Work at the intersection of financial services, bankruptcy, and real estate, building a comprehensive and invaluable skill set.

Job title

Financial Services, Restructuring & Bankruptcy Associate Attorney

Job type

Experience level

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Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

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