Restructuring Associate

Verital Advisory Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Verital Advisory Search represents a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm seeking an Associate to join its Chicago Restructuring Practice. The Chicago team consists of approximately 10 attorneys, backed by a larger national platform with leadership locally.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your practice while gaining exposure to complex, high-profile matters. Responsibilities include representing secured lenders, assisting with Chapter 11, DIP financing, and cash collateral, and

Qualifications

• JD degree and active Illinois Bar admission.
• Minimum 1+ year of bankruptcy, restructuring, or creditors' rights experience.
• Chapter 11 or creditor-side experience preferred.
• Bankruptcy clerkship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent secured lenders and creditors in bankruptcy proceedings.
• Assist with Chapter 11 cases, DIP financing, cash collateral matters, and reorganization plans.
• Work on out-of-court workouts, distressed transactions, and restructurings.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and related agreements.
• Collaborate with attorneys across the national practice.

Skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

JD degree

Job description

We're partnering with a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm seeking an Associate to join its established Chicago Restructuring Practice.

The Chicago team consists of approximately 10 attorneys, backed by a larger national platform with practice leadership based locally. The group handles major Chapter 11 proceedings, multibillion-dollar restructurings, and sophisticated creditor‑side matters across industries including retail, energy, hospitality, and healthcare.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to develop their practice while gaining exposure to complex, high‑profile matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent secured lenders and creditors in bankruptcy proceedings.
• Assist with Chapter 11 cases, DIP financing, cash collateral matters, and reorganization plans.
• Work on out‑of‑court workouts, distressed transactions, and restructurings.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and related agreements.
• Collaborate with attorneys across the national practice.

Qualifications

• JD and active Illinois Bar admission.
• 1+ years of bankruptcy, restructuring, or creditors' rights experience.
• Chapter 11 or creditor‑side experience preferred.
• Bankruptcy clerkship experience is a plus.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Nationally recognized restructuring practice with multibillion‑dollar matters.
• Close‑knit Chicago team with established national leadership.
• Sophisticated work and long‑term professional development.
• Market compensation and hybrid flexibility.