Managing Attorney

Overview

Our client is nationally recognized boutique agricultural and business law firm is seeking an experienced Managing Attorney - Remote. The firm represents farmers and business owners navigating financial distress, providing innovative strategies to restructure debt, protect assets, and minimize tax exposure. Its reputation for excellence has earned national attention—from Congressional advocacy and Supreme Court filings to industry training seminars and media appearances throughout the Midwest.

• Lead daily firm operations in collaboration with the owner and management team, ensuring top-quality legal services and strong financial performance.
• Supervise attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, providing mentorship, evaluations, and training.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and maintain accountability across the legal team.
• Manage client relationships through exceptional communication with clients, advisors, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Oversee and participate in case work, including:
  • Bankruptcy filings (Chapters 11, 12, and 13)
  • Debt restructuring negotiations
  • Legal research, drafting, and discovery oversight
  • Mediation, depositions, and courtroom representation
• Collaborate on firm strategy, including recruitment, systems improvement, and workflow optimization.
• Refine and enforce firm procedures to ensure operational efficiency and consistent quality of work.
• Leverage technology (law practice management systems, document automation, workflow tracking) to streamline processes and enhance client outcomes.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in Iowa (or eligible to obtain within a reasonable time).
• 5+ years of experience in bankruptcy, debt restructuring, or business litigation.
• Proven experience with Chapter 11 or Chapter 12 bankruptcy cases (confirmation of at least five plans preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership or management experience within a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Agricultural industry and farm finance
  • Commercial and bankruptcy law
  • Tax implications of distressed business situations
• Ability to assess lien priorities, develop strategies for asset protection, and manage complex financial cases.

• Proven ability in program/project management - hiring, planning, tracking deliverables.
• Exceptional written and oral communication; able to influence, advise, and lead effectively.
• Strong cultural competence and ability to work with diverse clients and professionals.
• Collaborative leadership style with excellent judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a technology-driven, process-oriented law firm environment.

• Competitive salary up to $175,000, based on experience and performance benchmarks.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and paid time off.
• Relocation assistance available for candidates moving to Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
• Defined ownership track and opportunities for professional growth under the mentorship of one of the nation’s top agricultural and bankruptcy law experts.

• Aspir es to own and grow a premier national law firm in agricultural and business debt restructuring.
• Thrives in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
• Possesses deep expertise in bankruptcy, tax law, and the agricultural sector.
• Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and an unrelenting drive for excellence.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter.

Your Cover Letter Should Include:

• What you enjoy about working with family-owned businesses.
• What you find most challenging about this client type.
• Why you believe you are a strong fit for this opportunity.
• Honest feedback about this job posting - what you liked and what could be improved.

EEO statement:
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.