Bankruptcy Attorney (Debtor Litigation), Partner or Senior Associate

ABOUT THE ROLE Join an established bankruptcy and commercial litigation practice as a debtor-side bankruptcy litigator. You will lead complex disputes and help steward an active practice and client relationships through a senior partner transition. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Lead debtor-side bankruptcy litigation, including adversary proceedings, contested matters, and related disputes. - Manage matters from case strategy through courtroom advocacy and resolution. - Work collaboratively with bankruptcy attorneys and the broader commercial litigation team. - Develop and maintain client relationships, including supporting the transition of established clients and active matters. - Contribute to business development and the practice's long-term leadership and succession. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Eight to ten or more years of bankruptcy litigation experience, with a focus on representing debtors. - Experience handling adversary proceedings, contested matters, bankruptcy court appearances, and Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 debtor matters. - Strong working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, along with litigation experience beyond transactional restructuring work. - Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active admission to the New York bar. - Ability to manage a practice independently, collaborate across teams, and build and steward client relationships. - Experience with Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, ECF, and Microsoft Office. - A portable bankruptcy practice and experience with client succession or business development are advantageous. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base salary: $275,000 to $400,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available. LOCATION On-site in New York, New York.