Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate — Fast-Track to Partnership

BCL Legal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Charitable donation matching

FSA

Job summary

Vault 200 AmLaw firm in New York seeks an attorney to join its bankruptcy and restructuring team. The firm is renowned for its top-tier practice with a track record of landmark restructurings and entry into a partnership track for seventh-year associates.

You will rapidly assume responsibility on sophisticated matters, working closely with senior lawyers and gaining hands‑on experience from day one. A balanced performance framework includes billable hours targets and pro bono contributions.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and writing skills are essential for drafting motions and appellate briefs.
• Ability to manage multiple significant engagements and work as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience with bankruptcy court practice, including drafting and arguing motions, hearings, and contested matters.

Responsibilities

• Work within a leading disputes and restructuring team on complex, high‑profile cases.
• Advise clients on insolvency, restructuring, and dispute resolution matters.
• Support Chapter 11 reorganisations, insolvency litigation, and mass tort/catastrophic loss cases.

Skills

Analytical writing

Client management

Advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

New York Bar admission

Job description

Vault 200 AmLaw firm in New York seeks an attorney to join its bankruptcy and restructuring team. The firm is renowned for its top-tier practice with a track record of landmark restructurings and entry into a partnership track for seventh-year associates.

You will rapidly assume responsibility on sophisticated matters, working closely with senior lawyers and gaining hands‑on experience from day one. A balanced performance framework includes billable hours targets and pro bono contributions.