Bankruptcy Counsel/Junior Partner

Henderson Scott US; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 250 000 - 350 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Henderson Scott US is seeking a Bankruptcy Counsel or Junior Partner to join its Philadelphia-based restructuring and bankruptcy practice. This role involves substantial Chapter 11 work, creditor-side representations, and business reorganizations.

You will complement an existing team focused on bankruptcy, restructuring, creditors' rights, and commercial insolvency matters. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical bankruptcy experience, the ability to manage matters independently, and the

Qualifications

• Significant experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, creditors' rights, and related commercial litigation.
• Demonstrated experience handling Chapter 11 matters and complex bankruptcy proceedings.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, advocacy, and case-management skills.
• Ability to manage client relationships and lead matters with limited supervision.
• A portable book of business or demonstrated ability to develop new client relationships is a plus, particularly for candidates at the junior partner level.

Responsabilités

• Represent secured lenders, unsecured creditors, debtors, creditors' committees, and other stakeholders in Chapter 11 and other bankruptcy proceedings.
• Handle complex bankruptcy litigation, contested matters, adversary proceedings, and disputes involving creditors' rights and debt recovery.
• Advise clients on financial restructurings, distressed transactions, workouts, and insolvency-related issues.
• Manage matters from initial strategy through resolution, including court appearances, motion practice, negotiations, and settlement discussions.
• Work directly with clients and collaborate with attorneys across litigation, corporate, and finance practices on distressed business matters.
• Contribute to client development, relationship management, and the growth of the bankruptcy and restructuring practice.

Connaissances

Chapter 11

Bankruptcy

Litigation

Client relations

Description du poste

A leading law firm is seeking a Bankruptcy Counsel or Junior Partner to join its Philadelphia-based restructuring and bankruptcy practice. This is an opportunity for an experienced attorney to take on a meaningful role in complex Chapter 11 proceedings, creditor-side representations, and business reorganizations while helping expand an established practice.

You will complement an existing practice focused on bankruptcy, restructuring, creditors' rights, and commercial insolvency matters. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical bankruptcy experience, the ability to manage matters independently, and the business development skills to contribute to the continued growth of the group.

Bankruptcy Counsel / Junior Partner

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Compensation: $250,000 - $350,000

Position Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a Bankruptcy Counsel or Junior Partner to join its Philadelphia-based restructuring and bankruptcy practice. This is an opportunity for an experienced attorney to take on a meaningful role in complex Chapter 11 proceedings, creditor-side representations, and business reorganizations while helping expand an established practice.

You will complement an existing practice focused on bankruptcy, restructuring, creditors' rights, and commercial insolvency matters. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical bankruptcy experience, the ability to manage matters independently, and the business development skills to contribute to the continued growth of the group.

Responsibilities

• Represent secured lenders, unsecured creditors, debtors, creditors' committees, and other stakeholders in Chapter 11 and other bankruptcy proceedings.
• Handle complex bankruptcy litigation, contested matters, adversary proceedings, and disputes involving creditors' rights and debt recovery.
• Advise clients on financial restructurings, distressed transactions, workouts, and insolvency-related issues.
• Manage matters from initial strategy through resolution, including court appearances, motion practice, negotiations, and settlement discussions.
• Work directly with clients and collaborate with attorneys across litigation, corporate, and finance practices on distressed business matters.
• Contribute to client development, relationship management, and the growth of the bankruptcy and restructuring practice.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, creditors' rights, and related commercial litigation.
• Demonstrated experience handling Chapter 11 matters and complex bankruptcy proceedings.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, advocacy, and case-management skills.
• Ability to manage client relationships and lead matters with limited supervision.
• A portable book of business or demonstrated ability to develop new client relationships is a plus, particularly for candidates at the junior partner level.

The Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to join an established bankruptcy and restructuring team with a platform for greater responsibility, client ownership, and long-term practice growth. The successful candidate will complement the group's existing capabilities, bring additional depth to complex insolvency and litigation matters, and help strengthen the practice's relationships with lenders, creditors, businesses, and other key stakeholders.