Corporate Bankruptcy and Restructuring Attorney

Our client, a premier global law firm consistently ranked among the top 10 largest in the U.S. by revenue, is seeking a Mid to Senior Level Associate for its elite Corporate Restructuring practice.

The successful candidate will work on high-profile domestic and international matters, including out-of-court restructurings, Chapter 11 reorganizations, and distressed asset sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Representing debtors, creditors, and investors in complex restructuring and insolvency proceedings
• Drafting and negotiating plan documents, disclosure statements, and financing motions
• Advising on distressed M&A transactions and cross-border insolvency matters
• Leading case strategy and managing junior associates on sophisticated deal teams

Qualifications:

• 4 to 7 years of sophisticated corporate restructuring experience at a major law firm
• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic credentials
• Admitted to the Illinois Bar or eligible to waive in
• Exceptional analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills

Location: Chicago

Salary: $235,000 to $365,000

Type Direct Hire

Posted Apr 1, 2026

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