Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Staff Associate

Dentons; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Chicago is seeking a Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Staff Associate. This role focuses on commercial foreclosure and real estate litigation, requiring 2-7 years of experience. The firm offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $180,000, along with a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Superb analytical skills and thinks creatively.
• Strong writing skills.
• Organized and able to prioritize assignments effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on commercial foreclosures and creditor rights matters.
• Handling all aspects of the commercial foreclosure process.
• Litigating disputed foreclosure actions.
• Drafting forbearances and loan modifications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Licensed to practice law in Illinois

2-7 years of law firm experience

Commercial foreclosure experience

Job description

Overview

Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Staff Associate - Chicago

Responsibilities and practice

The Chicago office of Dentons US LLP is seeking a Staff Associate with 2-7 years of commercial foreclosure, real estate litigation, and creditors' rights experience and strong academic credentials to join our Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy practice. The Staff Associate hired for this position will focus primarily on commercial foreclosure and commercial real estate litigation matters for government sponsored enterprises, special servicers, banks, and CLOs. Expected responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Advising clients with commercial foreclosures, commercial real estate litigation, and creditor rights matters for all types of commercial real estate (hospitality, multifamily, retail, office, industrial, etc.)
• Handling all aspects of the commercial foreclosure process, including reviewing title, drafting notices of default, pre-negotiation letters, foreclosure complaints, receivership motions as well as sale confirmation documentation, summary judgment motions and briefing
• Litigating any disputed foreclosure actions, including appearing in court and handling oral argument and discovery
• Handling commercial real estate receivership, lien priority, and fraudulent transfer litigation in both federal and state court
• Drafting forbearances and loan modifications
• Familiarity with and/or interest in commercial bankruptcy and single asset real estate cases is preferred

Pursuant to Illinois law, the salary range for this position is $100,000 to $180,000, based on experience. Based on years of experience, Dentons US LLP associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position requirements

Personal skills/attributes

• Superb analytical skills and thinks creatively
• Strong writing skills
• Organized and able to prioritize assignments effectively, including handling multiple matters in a timely and efficient matter
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues

Technical skills

• 2-7 years of law firm experience required
• Commercial foreclosure experience required

Other requirements

• Should be licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and be in good standing

Equal opportunities

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Lori Bush Senior Legal Recruitment Manager, Dentons US LLP

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