Litigation Associate, Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: $225K – $260K

Experience: 2–4 Years

Advert Code: MLB116

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

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.

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