Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate

Brief

• Practice Area: Banking & Financial Services, Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights, and Real Estate
• Location : Roseland, NJ ( Hybrid : 4 days in-office / 1 remote after 90 days)
• Schedule : Full-Time
• Billing Requirement: 1,800 hours annually
• Salary : $140,000 – $180,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

Detail

About the Firm:

A leading regional full-service law firm with a strong presence locally and growing has been expanding their practice and seeks a Bankruptcy Associate to support creditor's and lenders in Creditor's Rights legal matters and their broader Banking & Financial Services practice . This opportunity is part of the firm's multidisciplinary Banking and Financial Services , Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights , and Real Estate practice groups—offering exposure to complex transactional and restructuring matters. The team is led by experienced legal professionals, including Chair and Co-Chair Jeffrey M. Rosenthal, Esq., and emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and client-focused representation.

Description:

This role is ideal for a mid-level associate seeking to broaden their legal experience across banking transactions, workouts, and commercial real estate deals, with hands-on exposure to bankruptcy and corporate M&A. The associate will be expected to play an integral role in negotiating and documenting asset-based and commercial loans, restructuring distressed assets, and supporting corporate and property transactions through due diligence and closing.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Bar admission in New Jersey required; New York admission preferred
• Minimum 4 years of experience in at least two of the following: banking/finance law, bankruptcy, real estate transactions, or corporate law
• Proficient with:
• Loan documentation (asset-based, CRE, middle-market lending)
• Workouts, forbearance agreements, and restructuring strategy
• Bankruptcy filings, creditor representation, and plan negotiation
• Due diligence in M&A and real estate transactions
• Strong contract drafting and document review skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines in a hybrid work environment

Preferred Skills:

• Representing financial institutions in secured lending transactions
• Knowledge of UCC Article 9 and lender liability issues
• Experience with Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings
• Familiarity with real estate finance and title review
• Experience advising on commercial leasing or acquisition financing
• Corporate governance or transactional M&A support
• Familiarity with legal tech tools such as DocuSign, iManage, or similar

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