Lateral Corporate - Restructuring amp Special Situations Finance Associate

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Job Overview
A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced associate to join its Finance team in Washington, D.C., specializing in Restructuring & Special Situations Finance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background representing creditors or borrowers in liability management transactions, DIP financings, bankruptcy exit financings, and special situations financings. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with the firm’s Global Finance and Business Restructuring & Reorganization teams, working on high-profile, top-of-the-capital-structure transactions involving hedge funds, CLOs, private equity funds, and other financial institutions in both Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings.

Location

• Washington, D.C.

Duties

• Represent creditors or borrowers in liability management transactions, DIP financings, bankruptcy exit financings, and special situations financings.
• Collaborate with the Global Finance team and the Business Restructuring & Reorganization team.
• Work on high-profile, top-of-the-capital-structure transactions.
• Advise hedge funds, CLOs, private equity funds, and other financial institutions in Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings.
• Draft and review transaction documents, including financing agreements and other legal contracts.
• Participate in negotiations and manage client relationships.
• Provide strategic legal counsel on complex financial restructuring matters.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in restructuring and special situations finance (for associates from law school class years 2017 to 2020).
• Experience representing creditors or borrowers in Chapter 11 cases and out-of-court restructurings.
• Strong background in liability management, DIP financings, and bankruptcy exit financings.
• Ability to manage high-pressure transactions and complex legal issues.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong academic credentials and professional growth mindset.

Education

• J.D. (Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar (District of Columbia) required.

Skills

• Expertise in bankruptcy law, special situations finance, and restructuring transactions.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and transactional skills.
• Excellent client management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage high-stakes legal matters independently.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health care coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation days.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306