2026 New York Restructuring Associate

Haynes and Boone, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Haynes Boone is seeking a junior to mid-level Associate (2–4 years of experience) to join our Restructuring Group in New York. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border restructuring matters, including in-court and out-of-court proceedings, distressed situations, and complex workouts.

The ideal candidate will have substantive experience at a peer law firm handling bankruptcy, restructuring and distressed situations for debtors, creditors, lenders,

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring or distressed situations.
• Experience representing creditors, lenders, investors, or other stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, workouts, and related litigation.
• Strong drafting, analytical and research skills.
• Excellent academic credentials and writing ability.
• Admission to New York State Bar.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients across industries and capital structures on complex reorganizations and bankruptcy-related disputes.
• Assist in advising on restructuring strategies, financing transactions, and cross-border restructurings.
• Draft pleadings, memos, and client communications with precision and clarity.
• Collaborate with partners on sophisticated domestic and cross-border matters.

Job description

Haynes Boone is seeking a junior to mid-level Associate (2–4 years of experience) to join our Restructuring Group in New York. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border restructuring matters, including in-court and out-of-court proceedings, distressed situations, and complex workouts.

The ideal candidate will have substantive experience at a peer law firm handling bankruptcy, restructuring, and distressed situations on behalf of a variety of stakeholders including debtors, creditors, lenders, investors, asset acquirors, boards, and private credit providers. Experience with Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, LME’s and credit agreements, and insolvency-related litigation is strongly preferred.

Associates will work closely with clients across a broad range of industries and capital structures, advising on complex reorganizations, distressed investments, financing transactions, and bankruptcy-related disputes. Exposure to cross-border restructurings, structured finance products, derivatives, or other financial instruments is a plus. Successful candidates will possess strong analytical, drafting, and advocacy skills, excellent academic credentials, intellectual curiosity and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring or distressed situations.
• Experience representing creditors, lenders, investors, private credit funds, or other stakeholders in bankruptcy and restructuring matters.
• Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, workouts, and related litigation.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent academic credentials and writing ability.
• Admission to New York State Bar.

The starting base salary for this position is expected to be between $260,000 and $365,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented associate seeking to build a sophisticated restructuring and bankruptcy practice with significant responsibility, direct client exposure, and involvement in complex, high-profile matters.