Bankruptcy Associate - Seattle

Buchalter, A Professional Corporation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) plan

Full benefits package

Equity partnership track

Job summary

Buchalter, A Professional Corporation is seeking associate candidates for its Seattle Office’s Insolvency and Financial Law Group. The ideal candidate will possess 2–4 years of bankruptcy and insolvency experience and be licensed to practice in Washington. Strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials are essential for this role.

The responsibilities include representing clients in corporate bankruptcy and restructuring matters. Candidates are encouraged to apply if they have completed bankruptcy court clerkships. The position includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of bankruptcy and insolvency experience.
• License to practice in Washington.
• Strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• Experience in bankruptcy litigation, such as avoidance actions is desirable.
• Completed bankruptcy court clerkships are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in corporate bankruptcy and restructuring matters.
• Handle state court receiverships.

Skills

Bankruptcy and insolvency experience

Strong writing skills

Excellent academic credentials

Education

Licensed to practice in Washington

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently seeking associate candidates to support our Seattle Office’s Insolvency and Financial Law Group. The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of solid bankruptcy and other insolvency experience, be licensed to practice in Washington, and possess strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

The role involves representing clients in corporate bankruptcy and restructuring matters, including state court receiverships. Candidates with completed bankruptcy court clerkships are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of bankruptcy and insolvency experience
• License to practice in Washington
• Strong writing skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Experience in bankruptcy litigation, such as avoidance actions (desirable)
• Completed bankruptcy court clerkships (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $235,000 – $265,000 per year
• Bonus potential up to $106,000
• Unlimited PTO
• 401(k) plan
• Full benefits package
• Equity partnership track for all attorney positions

EEO Statement

Buchalter is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes the unique contributions of all candidates. Our commitment to a diverse workplace includes consideration of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity, expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.