Senior Bankruptcy & Restructuring Counsel (Executive Dir)

Aumni; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive health care coverage

on-site health and wellness centers

a retirement savings plan

backup childcare

tuition reimbursement

mental health support

financial coaching

more

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York seeks a seasoned Bankruptcy and Restructuring Attorney to support federal/state insolvency matters and out-of-court restructurings across bank products. You will work with senior legal and business leaders to devise strategies in workout situations and advise on risk prevention.

You will handle court proceedings, advise on cross-border matters, and coordinate with internal stakeholders, with an emphasis on practical solutions and leadership within the Legal team.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with at least 10 years of legal experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience advising banks and lending institutions in this practice area.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with a team and a positive attitude.
• Ability to pivot between priorities and see matters through to completion.
• All candidates must complete a conflicts of interest clearance prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Advise Special Credits and other partners on out-of-court restructurings and related agreements.
• Oversee court proceedings under the Federal Bankruptcy Code including debtor in possession financing and asset sales.
• Counsel on cross-border insolvencies, including Chapter 15 and state proceedings.
• Collaborate with Litigation, Credit Trading and Line of Business Legal teams.
• Manage external counsel as required.

Skills

Legal experience

Communication skills

Banking experience

Autonomy and teamwork

Conflict clearance readiness

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York seeks a seasoned Bankruptcy and Restructuring Attorney to support federal/state insolvency matters and out-of-court restructurings across bank products. You will work with senior legal and business leaders to devise strategies in workout situations and advise on risk prevention.

You will handle court proceedings, advise on cross-border matters, and coordinate with internal stakeholders, with an emphasis on practical solutions and leadership within the Legal team.