Litigation Associate, Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights
Litigation Associate, Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights
Location: Washington, DC
A highly regarded law firm is seeking a 2nd-4th year Litigation Associate to join its Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights practice in Washington, DC. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile Chapter 11 matters involving complex and cutting-edge disputes.
The successful candidate will join a close-knit litigation team representing creditors across a broad range of issues arising from major bankruptcy proceedings. Bankruptcy experience is not required, making this an excellent opportunity for a strong commercial litigator looking to develop expertise within restructuring and creditors’ rights.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent creditors in complex Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings
- Analyse and resolve sophisticated disputes arising from bankruptcy matters
- Conduct legal research and draft substantive motions, briefs and other filings
- Assist with discovery and other key phases of complex litigation
- Develop litigation strategies alongside experienced attorneys
- Work on high-profile matters involving a broad range of creditors’ rights issues
- Collaborate closely with attorneys across the Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights practice
Who You Are:
- 1-3 years of litigation experience
- Prior law firm and/or judicial clerkship experience preferred
- Bankruptcy experience is not required
- Exposure to bankruptcy and/or creditors’ rights is advantageous
- Exceptionally strong academic credentials
- Top-of-class performance from a top-tier law school
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Collaborative approach and interest in working within a close-knit team
Compensation:
Salary: $225,000 – $260,000
Generous signing and/or clerkship bonuses and relocation stipend where applicable.
Benefits:
100% firm-paid healthcare premiums for employees, employer 401(k) contributions, up to 18 weeks of parental leave and a comprehensive benefits package.
Interested?
Contact Max at max@tposearch.com to learn more or express interest.
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