Junior Restructuring Attorney: Chapter 11 & Credit Work

Justia, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Guggenheim Investments is seeking a junior Restructuring Attorney to join our Legal Transactions team in New York City. The role involves advising on stressed and distressed matters, liability management transactions, out-of-court restructurings, bankruptcies and related financings, and negotiating transaction documents with internal teams.

Requirements include a JD with New York Bar admission and 2–4 years of experience in bankruptcy or restructuring, plus strong drafting and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• JD required; admitted to the New York Bar.
• 2–4 years of experience at a top law firm or in-house platform, with exposure to bankruptcy, restructuring, or special situations matters.
• Strong working knowledge: Chapter 11 process; Creditor rights and remedies; Intercreditor arrangements; Liability management transactions.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating: Credit agreements; Intercreditor Agreements; Indentures; Cooperation Agreements; Restructuring Support Agreements.
• Excellent drafting, issue spotting, and written communication skills.
• Strong academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Support in-court and out-of-court restructurings, including chapter 11 cases, liability management transactions, exchange offers, and amendments and waivers.
• Draft, review and analyze cooperation agreements, Transaction Support Agreements, credit agreements/indentures, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders regarding restructuring transactions and processes.
• Provide ongoing legal support for credits post-restructuring, including amendments, waivers, and related matters.
• Manage the NDA and non-reliance letter process, including review, negotiation, and execution.
• Review amendments, waivers, and consents on existing credits including assisting with liability management review and analysis.
• Oversee and manage outside counsel.

Skills

Chapter 11 knowledge

Creditor rights

Intercreditor arrangements

Liability management

Drafting & negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Guggenheim Investments is seeking a junior Restructuring Attorney to join our Legal Transactions team in New York City. The role involves advising on stressed and distressed matters, liability management transactions, out-of-court restructurings, bankruptcies and related financings, and negotiating transaction documents with internal teams.

Requirements include a JD with New York Bar admission and 2–4 years of experience in bankruptcy or restructuring, plus strong drafting and analytical skills.