Restructuring Associate — Hybrid, High-Impact Finance

DLA Piper LLP (US); Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a restructuring associate to join its finance group in Chicago, New York, or Wilmington. Candidates should have 3-5 years of restructuring experience representing and advising companies, lenders, and creditors in complex reorganizations and debt financings.

The role emphasizes legal research, drafting, client service, and collaboration across offices, with a goal of delivering practical, compliant solutions and strong professional judgment.

Qualifications

• JD Degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission to the state where officing is required.

Responsibilities

• Legal Research and Analysis to support client matters and strategy.
• Legal Writing and Drafting of documents, memoranda, and other work product.
• Client Service and Relationship Management with internal and external clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing ability

Attention to detail

Business judgment

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Research and problem solving

Conceptual thinking

Influence/persuasion

Management skills

Education

JD Degree

Bar admission

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a restructuring associate to join its finance group in Chicago, New York, or Wilmington. Candidates should have 3-5 years of restructuring experience representing and advising companies, lenders, and creditors in complex reorganizations and debt financings.

The role emphasizes legal research, drafting, client service, and collaboration across offices, with a goal of delivering practical, compliant solutions and strong professional judgment.