Bankruptcy Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Columbia, MD seeks a Bankruptcy Associate with 2-4 years of experience in financial restructuring, bankruptcy and related transactions. The role emphasizes strong research and writing skills and an excellent academic record.

You will assist in bankruptcy matters, conduct research, draft documents, and work with senior attorneys on complex transactions, with opportunities to participate in client meetings and court proceedings.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant legal experience or completion of a bankruptcy court clerkship.
• Admission to practice law in Maryland and Virginia; DC Bar a plus.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Assist in handling bankruptcy and financial restructuring cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex transactions.
• Participate in client meetings and court proceedings.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Bar admission in Maryland and Virginia

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Bankruptcy Associate to join its dynamic practice in Columbia, MD. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in financial restructuring, bankruptcy, and commercial transactions or have completed a bankruptcy court clerkship. This role requires strong research and writing skills and an excellent academic record.

Duties

• Assist in handling bankruptcy and financial restructuring cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex transactions.
• Participate in client meetings and court proceedings.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of relevant legal experience or completion of a bankruptcy court clerkship.
• Admission to practice law in Maryland and Virginia.
• Additional admission to D.C. Bar is a plus.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Maryland and Virginia.

Skills

Excellent research and writing abilities.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.