Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

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

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group in New York, NY. This role focuses on complex domestic and cross-border restructurings, distressed financings, and special situations matters in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should have 3–7 years of substantive restructuring, bankruptcy, or special situations finance experience, with a JD from a top-tier law school and active bar admission in the applicable

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

Top-tier JD program

Bar admission in applicable jurisd.

3–7 years restructuring experience

Creditors/debtors experience

Drafting & negotiation

Big law experience

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.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer.