Bankruptcy Attorney

Career Legal; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Close mentorship from experienced practitioners

Meaningful responsibility on sophisticated matters

Opportunity to build courtroom experience

Job summary

A prominent litigation firm is seeking a Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate with 2–5 years of experience for its Dallas office. The role involves supporting complex Chapter 11 cases and bankruptcy litigation, with a focus on legal research and courtroom preparation. Successful candidates will receive close mentorship and gain meaningful courtroom experience, making this an excellent opportunity for growth within the firm's respected bankruptcy practice.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of bankruptcy and restructuring experience.
• Demonstrated exposure to Chapter 11 matters and related litigation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support complex Chapter 11 cases, restructurings, and bankruptcy litigation.
• Conduct legal research and draft substantive pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Assist with hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.

Skills

Bankruptcy and restructuring

Legal research

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active Texas Bar admission

Tools

Legal document management systems

Job description

Overview

An established litigation firm is seeking a Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its Dallas office. This role offers hands-on exposure to complex Chapter 11 matters, bankruptcy-related litigation, and restructuring work, with meaningful responsibility from day one.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior attorneys on high-stakes insolvency matters and play an active role in case strategy, execution, and client advising. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate looking to deepen their bankruptcy expertise while receiving close mentorship and courtroom exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Support complex Chapter 11 cases, restructurings, and bankruptcy litigation
• Conduct legal research and draft substantive pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Assist with hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
• Manage discrete aspects of matters and contribute to overall case strategy
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third parties
• Maintain organized case files and track time and expenses accurately
• Provide regular updates to supervising attorneys and collaborate across teams

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Texas Bar admission and good standing
• 2–5 years of bankruptcy and restructuring experience
• Demonstrated exposure to Chapter 11 matters and related litigation
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel for hearings or trials as needed

Why Apply?

• Meaningful responsibility on sophisticated bankruptcy matters
• Close mentorship from experienced bankruptcy practitioners
• Opportunity to build courtroom and client-facing experience
• Long-term growth within a respected bankruptcy practice