About the Position:
We are working with an Am Law 50 firm with a strong international footprint that has an immediate need for a junior level restructuring attorney to join its Financial Restructuring and Insolvency practice in Chicago. This law firm serves major companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide and its client roster includes 75% of the Global Fortune 100. This practice guides clients through out-of-court workouts and court processes around the world and has been involved in nearly every large restructuring in the last 15 years.

Highlights:
· Top of market compensation
· Chambers-ranked practice
· Named a top firm for associate satisfaction and retention, career development, and diversity and inclusion
· Ranked as one of the most diverse law firms by The American Lawyer
· Excellent opportunities for professional development

Responsibilities:
· Draft agreements and corporate and reorganization documents, including disclosure statements and plans of reorganization
· Conduct legal and factual research and investigations
· Analyze complex capital structures and financial issues
· Prepare for and participate in witness interviews, depositions, and court hearings
· Interact directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
· Assist with developing business strategies and client pitches

Required Qualifications:
· 1 or more years of experience with financial restructuring and insolvency, complex litigation or other business law
· Experience with investigations, legal research, persuasive brief writing and oral presentation
· Excellent academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)