Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

RRC Solutions Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

RRC Solutions Group, a leading AmLaw firm, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group in a hybrid New York setting. Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school, have 3–7 years of restructuring/bankruptcy experience, and are admitted to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.

Strong drafting, negotiation, and cross-border deal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3–7 years of substantive experience in restructuring, bankruptcy, and/or special situations finance transactions.
• Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, and liability management transactions.
• Experience representing creditors, debtors, sponsors, or financial institutions in distressed scenarios.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Large law firm experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex restructuring and insolvency matters, in-court and out-of-court.
• Advise creditors, debtors, and investors in distressed and special situations financings.
• Draft and negotiate credit agreements, restructuring support agreements, and related documents.
• Support liability management transactions, recapitalizations, and distressed M&A opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, corporate, and litigation attorneys.

Skills

Bar admission

Restructuring experience

Chapter 11 knowledge

Creditors' rights

Drafting/Negotiation

Biglaw experience

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school

Job description

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY -- RESTRUCTURING & SPECIAL SITUATIONS FINANCE

Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group

Preferred Location New York, NY
Locations: CA (Los Angeles, Orange County, Silicon Valley, San Francisco) \ CO (Denver)\ TX (Dallas, Houston); District of Columbia

HYBRID

Our client, a leading AmLaw firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group. This is a compelling opportunity to work on complex domestic and cross-border restructuring matters, distressed financings, and special situations transactions within a sophisticated and fast-paced practice.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law schoolwith an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admissio n in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing
• 3--7 years of substantive experience in restructuring, bankruptcy, and/or special situations finance transactions
• Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings, out-of-court restructurings, and liability management transactions
• Experience representing creditors, debtors, sponsors, or financial institutions in distressed scenarios
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Large law firm experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex restructuring and insolvency matters, both in-court and out-of-court
• Advise creditors, debtors, and investors in distressed and special situations financings
• Draft and negotiate credit agreements, restructuring support agreements, and related transaction documents
• Support liability management transactions, recapitalizations, and distressed M&A opportunities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, corporate, and litigation attorneys

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded restructuring and finance practice working on high-profile, complex matters across industries. The team is known for its strategic, business-oriented approach and collaborative culture. Attorneys benefit from hands‑on experience, meaningful client exposure, and the opportunity to develop expertise in cutting‑edge restructuring and special situations transactions.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary : $235,000 -- $390,000, commensurate with experience and class year.

Bonuses : Discretionary and performance based

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, professional development resources, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.