Bankruptcy Litigation Associate Attorney
Practice Area : Bankruptcy - Litigation, Bankruptcy - General
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Job Type : Attorney
Firm Type : Law Firm
Experience : 3 Years
A law firm seeks a bankruptcy litigation associate attorney to join its team in Lisle, IL. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a busy bankruptcy practice with a mix of litigation and transactional work.
Job Overview :
- Be part of a busy bankruptcy practice that is a mix of litigation and transactional work
- Take depositions and argue motions and contested matters in the courtroom
- Receive training opportunities with growing levels of responsibility
- Collaborate across practice groups and offices
- Work in a small office atmosphere with the resources of an Am Law 200 firm
- Have opportunities for advancement in a collegial environment
- Engage in business development activities with the potential to grow into partnership
- Be allowed to work remotely two days per week
Duties :
- Litigate bankruptcy, restructuring, and / or creditors’ rights and insolvency-related matters in state and federal courts
- Have significant experience in motions practice, contested matters, and / or adversary proceedings
- Respond and pivot well in court and under pressure
- Take or materially assist in the preparation of many depositions
- Conduct research and writing tasks
- Excel in a team environment
- Engage in relationship-building activities internally and externally
- Work with attorneys, staff, and clients from diverse backgrounds
- Be highly motivated and a self-starter
- Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
Requirements :
3-6 years of experience in bankruptcy litigation
Strong working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code, local rules, UCC, and secured transactions
Excellent law school credentials and references
Education and Certifications : Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Skills : Fast thinking and adaptable, Strong research and writing skills, Ability to excel in a team environment, Interest in business development activities, Flexibility and adaptability
Benefits offered :
Competitive salaries, Quality benefits programs including an annual stipend to support attorneys’ interests and hobbies outside of the workplace, Workplace flexibility, One-on-One Career Coaching, Professional development opportunities and support
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