Finance, Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate - Wilmington at Direct Counsel

An Am Law 100 firm is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join its Finance, Bankruptcy & Restructuring Practice Group in Wilmington, Delaware. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney to gain hands-on experience in sophisticated bankruptcy and insolvency matters within a nationally recognized practice.

This position offers exposure to a wide variety of bankruptcy, insolvency, and creditors’ rights work, including restructurings, workouts, receiverships, collateral liquidations, commercial collections, and judgment enforcement. Associates in this group benefit from close collaboration with seasoned attorneys and involvement in meaningful client work from day one.

• Draft legal documents for federal and state court, including motions, briefs, complaints, proofs of claim, and discovery.

• Research and analyze legal issues from statutes, case law, legal codes, and other sources.

• Prepare for and attend hearings, trials, and depositions.

• Conduct legal research and cite checking using Lexis and Westlaw.

• Interact with clients, trustees, courts, and other attorneys in support of case development and strategy.

• 2–3 years of experience in business bankruptcy, insolvency, and related litigation.

• Must be licensed to practice in Delaware.

• Strong academic background and excellent written and oral advocacy skills are required.

• Ability to manage multiple cases and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Salary range: $150,000 – $180,000/year, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and discretionary bonuses.

If you're looking to take the next step in your bankruptcy litigation career with a collaborative, nationally respected team, this is an excellent opportunity in the Wilmington legal market.

Apply today with your resume and a brief cover letter.