Job Description

Job Description

We're partnering with a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm seeking an Associate to join its established Chicago Restructuring Practice.

The Chicago team consists of approximately 10 attorneys, backed by a larger national platform with practice leadership based locally. The group handles major Chapter 11 proceedings, multibillion-dollar restructurings, and sophisticated creditor-side matters across industries including retail, energy, hospitality, and healthcare.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to develop their practice while gaining exposure to complex, high-profile matters.

Responsibilities

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• Represent secured lenders and creditors in bankruptcy proceedings.
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• Assist with Chapter 11 cases, DIP financing, cash collateral matters, and reorganization plans.
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• Work on out-of-court workouts, distressed transactions, and restructurings.
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• Draft motions, pleadings, and related agreements.
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• Collaborate with attorneys across the national practice.
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Qualifications

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• JD and active Illinois Bar admission.
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• 1+ years of bankruptcy, restructuring, or creditors' rights experience.
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• Chapter 11 or creditor-side experience preferred.
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• Bankruptcy clerkship experience is a plus.
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• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
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Why Consider This Opportunity?

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• Nationally recognized restructuring practice with multibillion-dollar matters.
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• Close-knit Chicago team with established national leadership.
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• Sophisticated work and long-term professional development.
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• Market compensation and hybrid flexibility.
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Interested? Apply directly or reach out for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

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