Bankruptcy Member

Miller Johnson; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Johnson seeks an accomplished Bankruptcy attorney with an established practice to join our Litigation Practice Group in Southeast Michigan. The ideal candidate thrives in sophisticated matters involving financial distress, restructuring, and insolvency, and acts as trusted advisor to clients and the firm.

As a member of the Litigation Practice Group, you will handle Chapter 11 matters, advise on reorganizations, and develop strategies to preserve value while growing the practice and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Michigan State Bar or eligibility to waive into Michigan.
• Significant experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, insolvency, and creditors' rights.
• Demonstrated success handling sophisticated commercial bankruptcy proceedings and related litigation.
• Established portable book of business with financial institutions is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Represent debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, lenders, trustees, and other stakeholders in bankruptcy, insolvency, and restructuring matters.
• Advise clients on complex reorganizations, workouts, restructurings, and distressed situations.
• Lead matters involving Chapter 11 proceedings, bankruptcy litigation, and related adversary proceedings.
• Develop and implement strategies to preserve value, mitigate risk, and achieve clients' objectives.
• Draft and oversee pleadings, motions, briefs, and advocacy materials; appear before bankruptcy courts and tribunals.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation

Business counseling

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Michigan Bar admission or eligibility

Job description

Miller Johnson is seeking an accomplished Bankruptcy attorney with an established practice to join our Litigation Practice Group. This is an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial attorney to leverage the strength of one of Michigan's leading full-service law firms while helping expand and shape our bankruptcy and creditors' rights capabilities in Southeast Michigan.

The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor and strategic problem solver who thrives in sophisticated matters involving financial distress, restructuring, and insolvency. They bring deep experience counseling clients through pivotal moments in the business lifecycle and value collaboration, exceptional client service, and practice growth. Working closely with an established Litigation team, this attorney will have the opportunity to handle complex matters, deepen client relationships, and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth of the practice.

Why Miller Johnson

What sets Miller Johnson apart is not just the work we do, but how we do it. Here, you will find meaningful work, strong collaboration, and a supportive culture where your contributions are valued, your growth is encouraged, and authenticity matters. Guided by integrity and candor, grit, a down-to-earth approach, commitment to excellence, and commitment to impact, we foster an environment where attorneys can grow thriving practices, deepen client relationships, contribute meaningfully to the firm's future, and build fulfilling careers.

What You'll Do

As a Member of our Litigation Practice Group, you will:

• Represent debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, lenders, trustees, and other stakeholders in bankruptcy, insolvency, and restructuring matters.
• Advise clients on complex business reorganizations, workouts, restructurings, and distressed situations.
• Lead matters involving Chapter 11 proceedings, bankruptcy litigation, and related adversary proceedings.
• Develop and implement creative strategies designed to preserve value, mitigate risk, and achieve clients' business objectives.
• Represent clients in negotiations involving workouts, forbearance agreements, and out-of-court restructurings.
• Draft and oversee pleadings, motions, briefs, and other advocacy materials, and appear before bankruptcy courts and other tribunals as appropriate.
• Counsel clients regarding creditors' rights, collection strategies, and remedies available under state and federal law.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the Litigation Practice Group and other disciplines, including corporate, real estate, and labor and employment, to deliver practical, business focused solutions to clients.
• Mentor and support the professional development of junior attorneys while fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Build and strengthen client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand existing engagements and cultivate new business.
• Help shape the strategic direction and continued growth of Miller Johnson's bankruptcy and creditors' rights practice.

What You Bring

The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, exceptional client service, and an entrepreneurial approach to practice growth.

Qualifications include:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admission to the Michigan State Bar or eligibility to waive into Michigan.
• Significant experience representing clients in bankruptcy, restructuring, insolvency, and creditors' rights matters.
• Demonstrated experience handling sophisticated commercial bankruptcy proceedings and related litigation.
• An established portable book of business that includes relationships with financial institutions, such as large banks, credit unions, SBA lenders, and the financing arms of large corporations, is highly desirable.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and business counseling skills.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated success managing complex matters and balancing competing priorities.
• Strong relationship building and business development skills.
• A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to firm leadership and growth.

Our Commitment

At Miller Johnson, we are committed to creating an environment where talented individuals can do their best work and build meaningful careers. We value diverse perspectives, foster authentic relationships, and believe our collective success is strengthened by the unique experiences and contributions of our people.

Miller Johnson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.