Bankruptcy Associate (4-7 years) - Chicago

Seyfarth Shaw LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Chicago is seeking a highly qualified mid-level Bankruptcy Associate with 3-7 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in bankruptcy litigation, motion practice, and have excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $260,000 to $360,000 along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of bankruptcy experience, including judicial clerkship.
• Experience presenting motions in various courts.
• Strong analytical skills and academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Join the Chicago team as a mid-level Bankruptcy Associate.
• Handle bankruptcy litigation and creditor's rights cases.

Skills

Bankruptcy motion practice

Bankruptcy and commercial litigation

Creditor's rights and workout experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

Admitted to the Illinois Bar or eligible to waive in

Job description

Why Seyfarth

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state‑of‑the‑art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

The Opportunity

Seyfarth Shaw LLP, an international law firm with approximately 1,000 attorneys, has an exciting opportunity for a highly qualified and experienced mid‑level Bankruptcy Associate with 3‑7 years of bankruptcy experience to join our Chicago team.

You Have

• 3‑7 years of bankruptcy experience (this may include a bankruptcy judicial clerkship).
• A combination of experience with bankruptcy motion practice, bankruptcy and commercial litigation, foreclosure litigation, creditor’s rights and workout experience.
• Experience presenting motions and participating in evidentiary hearings in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts.
• Excellent academic credentials, analytical skills and verbal and written communication skills.
• Candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar or meet the requirements to waive in.

What We Provide

We provide competitive salary and benefits at all levels. For associates, we provide comprehensive training through our mentoring programs, CLE initiatives, Seyfarth University, industry credentialing, and hands‑on learning by working side‑by‑side with our partners.

More About Seyfarth

With approximately 1,000 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers.

Note To Agencies And Applicants

At this time, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will not be accepting applications submitted through search firms for this position. All qualified candidates must submit their own applications to be considered for this position.

The salary range for this role is $260,000 to $360,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).