Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate

Dallas | Hybrid

An AmLaw-recognized law firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice in Dallas.

This role is well-suited for an associate with commercial bankruptcy experience who is interested in sophisticated restructuring matters, including both in-court and out-of-court proceedings, and working closely with partners on complex, high-stakes matters.

The associate will represent a range of stakeholders, including debtors, official committees, acquirers, and significant creditors, in bankruptcy and restructuring matters nationwide. The work includes Chapter 11 cases, out-of-court restructurings, and bankruptcy litigation involving fraudulent transfer and preference actions. The practice offers meaningful responsibility, substantive legal work, and exposure to complex financial restructurings.

• 2–5 years of commercial bankruptcy or restructuring experience
• Experience with Chapter 11 proceedings and related bankruptcy litigation
• Exposure to representing debtors, creditors, committees, or acquirers
• Bankruptcy clerkship experience preferred
• Strong academic credentials and excellent research and writing skills
• Comfortable managing matters with increasing autonomy
• Admitted in Texas or eligible to waive in

• Highly regarded Bankruptcy & Restructuring practice with national reach
• Sophisticated, complex restructuring and insolvency matters
• Lean, collaborative team with direct partner access
• Hybrid flexibility in the Dallas office
• Compensation commensurate with experience and market

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Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting, Aligned Talent Acquisition
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