Senior Bankruptcy Attorney

Jobot; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a highly accomplished Bankruptcy Partner to join our nationally recognized Business Reorganization Team in Florida. This role targets an entrepreneurial attorney with significant experience handling complex Chapter 11 restructurings, insolvency matters, creditors’ rights, and distressed asset transactions.

The partner will expand the practice, manage sophisticated client matters, and drive business development.

Qualifications

• J.D. from accredited law school and Florida Bar admission.
• 8+ years in bankruptcy, restructuring, and insolvency law.
• Portable book of business strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage complex matters and client relationships independently.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and courtroom skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with collaborative growth approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex bankruptcy and restructuring engagements, including Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court workouts.
• Represent debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, committees, lenders, and trustees in insolvency matters.
• Advise clients on distressed asset acquisitions, liquidations, and reorganizations.
• Provide strategic counsel on creditors’ rights, financial restructurings, and bankruptcy litigation.
• Cultivate and maintain client relationships, while actively contributing to the firm’s business development efforts.
• Mentor and supervise associates and contribute to team growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Courtroom skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Client relationship management

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Florida Bar admission

8+ years bankruptcy/insolvency experience

Job description

Job details

Salary: $200,000 - $265,000 per year

Job is hosted by: Jake Vogel

A bit about us

We are a prominent business law firm based in Florida, known for its exceptional legal services and client-focused approach. With approximately 100 attorneys, the firm operates out of several offices throughout the state. We serve a diverse client base with a Florida focus and an international scope, frequently handling matters in Europe, Asia, and South America. The firm prides itself on delivering creative, effective, and passionate client service to resolve any problem and take advantage of any opportunity. Our practice areas include commercial litigation, real estate, bankruptcy, corporate law, and more.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• And Much More!

Job Details

We are seeking a highly accomplished Bankruptcy Partner to join our nationally recognized Business Reorganization Team.

This role is ideal for an entrepreneurial attorney with significant experience handling complex Chapter 11 restructurings, insolvency matters, creditors’ rights, and distressed asset transactions. The incoming partner will play a key role in expanding the firm’s bankruptcy practice, managing sophisticated client matters, and contributing to business development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex bankruptcy and restructuring engagements, including Chapter 11 proceedings and out-of-court workouts
• Represent debtors, secured and unsecured creditors, committees, lenders, and trustees in insolvency matters
• Advise clients on distressed asset acquisitions, liquidations, and reorganizations
• Provide strategic counsel on creditors’ rights, financial restructurings, and bankruptcy litigation
• Cultivate and maintain client relationships, while actively contributing to the firm’s business development efforts
• Mentor and supervise associates and contribute to team growth

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Florida Bar admission
• Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in bankruptcy, restructuring, and insolvency law
• Portable book of business strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex matters and client relationships independently
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and courtroom skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative approach to practice growth

Equal Employment Opportunity

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