Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate (Houston)

Dykema; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Realistic path to partnership

Direct partner and client access

Structured professional development opportunities

Dynamic and inclusive culture

Job summary

A leading law firm in Houston seeks a Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate with 3-4 years of bankruptcy experience. In this full-time role, you will represent clients in bankruptcy cases, draft legal documents, and resolve business disputes under tight deadlines. Strong advocacy skills and attention to detail are essential. This opportunity offers a realistic path to partnership and professional development.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of bankruptcy experience required.
• Preferred prior bankruptcy court clerkship experience.
• Ability to produce high-quality work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Represent debtors and creditors in bankruptcy cases.
• Draft and negotiate documents for corporate transactions.
• Resolve business disputes both in and out of court.

Skills

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

Admission to practice in Texas

3-4 years of bankruptcy experience

Job description

Restructuring and Bankruptcy Associate (Houston)

We are looking for an associate with 3-4 years of bankruptcy experience to join our Houston office. You will represent debtors and creditors in corporate bankruptcy cases, drafting and negotiating documents for complex corporate and restructuring transactions, and resolving business disputes both in and out of court. The role requires strong written and oral advocacy skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to produce high‑quality work under tight deadlines with minimal supervision. Prior bankruptcy court clerkship experience is preferred. Admission to practice in Texas is required.

Why Dykema?

Realistic path to partnership

Direct partner and client access

Competitive billing expectations

Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities

Structured professional development opportunities

Dynamic and inclusive culture

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type

  Full-time

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

Location: Houston, TX

Salary: $60,000.00–$80,000.00 (annually)