Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

MDS Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group in New York. This role focuses on complex domestic and cross-border restructurings, distressed financings, and special situations transactions within a fast-paced law firm environment.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school, are admitted to the bar in a relevant jurisdiction, and have 3–7 years of substantive restructuring experience with strong drafting and negotiation

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, 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.

Skills

Bar admission

Restructuring & bankruptcy

Drafting & negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Client representation

Education

JD from 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 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

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.