Mid-to Senior Level Associate Attorney Commercial Litigation and Bankruptcy

Downey Brand; California; Hybrid; USD 167,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a mid-to-senior-level associate attorney to join their Bankruptcy and Litigation group in Sacramento. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-stakes Chapter 11 cases and complex commercial litigation across various industries. You will thrive in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment, receiving mentorship from experienced partners while developing your advocacy skills. With a competitive salary and a hybrid work model, this position is ideal for those eager to advance their legal careers while making a significant impact in the field of bankruptcy law.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to top-tier training and mentoring

Hybrid work environment

Relocation bonus for out-of-town candidates

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in bankruptcy and commercial litigation.
• Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, including motions and adversary proceedings.
• Represent clients in commercial litigation and insolvency disputes.

Skills

Bankruptcy Law

Commercial Litigation

Discovery and Law Practice

Public Speaking

Advocacy Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Downey Brand LLP is seeking a highly skilled and motivated mid-to-senior-level associate attorney to join our dynamic Bankruptcy and Litigation group in Sacramento. Our bankruptcy attorneys represent a diverse range of stakeholders in high-stakes insolvency matters across multiple industries, including real estate, agriculture, retail, energy, manufacturing, and more. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex Chapter 11 cases and commercial litigation while developing your career in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Why This Role is a Unique Opportunity:

High-Impact, Diverse Work:
As a member of our Bankruptcy and Litigation group, you’ll engage with cutting-edge legal issues and play a key role in high-profile cases. You will represent debtors, creditors, committees, fiduciaries, asset purchasers, and other stakeholders in complex insolvency matters. Your work will span multiple industries, giving you a broad, deep understanding of the bankruptcy landscape and its far-reaching implications.

Career Growth and Development:
We are committed to helping our attorneys reach their full potential. You will be exposed to challenging and intellectually stimulating cases, as well as opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. This position offers you the chance to develop your advocacy skills, from drafting motions and handling discovery to representing clients in contested matters and adversary proceedings. Your growth will be supported by experienced partners who are dedicated to your success. Our associate base compensation is lockstep, determined by your class year, substantive experience, and geographic location. The salary for this role ranges from $167,000 – $195,000, with bonus consideration based on performance and productivity.

Collaborative, Supportive Culture:
At Downey Brand, we foster a collegial environment where collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and mutual respect are paramount. You’ll be joining a team of experienced professionals who are committed to your development and provide hands-on mentoring. We offer a hybrid work environment with flexibility to work remotely part of the time, ensuring you can excel in your role while maintaining personal well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle all aspects of Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, including motions, contested matters, and adversary proceedings
• Represent clients in complex commercial litigation and insolvency-related disputes
• Manage discovery and law and motion practice in both bankruptcy and commercial cases
• Develop and maintain client relationships, offering strategic legal counsel
• Participate in business development activities and firm-wide initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

• 3-6 years of experience in bankruptcy and commercial litigation, with a strong background in discovery and law and motion practice
• A distinguished academic record and exceptional research, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong public speaking and advocacy skills
• Bankruptcy clerkship experience is a plus
• Active member of the California State Bar
• Desire to work in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and bonus potential
• Access to top-tier training, mentoring, and development opportunities
• Clerkship bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid work environment with flexible remote options
• Relocation bonus for out-of-town candidates
• An environment where all team members feel valued and empowered to do their best work
  

How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and work in an environment that supports your professional growth while offering interesting and challenging work, we want to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a recent writing sample that demonstrates your analytical skills through the firm’s web application.

Downey Brand LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No telephone calls or email applications, please.

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