Associate, Bankruptcy Litigation

Job Description

Ice Miller is seeking a litigation associate with 3–6 years of experience who has litigated bankruptcy, restructuring, and/or creditors’ rights and insolvency-related matters in state and federal courts. Candidates should have a strong working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code, local rules, UCC, and secured transactions.

In this position you will:

• Be part of a busy bankruptcy practice that is a mix of litigation and transactional work
• Take depositions and argue motions and contested matters in the courtroom
• Receive training opportunities with growing levels of responsibility
• Collaborate across practice groups and across offices
• Work in a small office atmosphere with the resources of an Am Law 200 firm
• Have opportunities for advancement in a collegial environment
• Engage in business development activities with the potential to grow into partnership
• Be allowed to work remotely two days per week

The ideal candidate will:

• Have significant experience in motions practice, contested matters and/or adversary proceedings
• Be a fast thinker who can respond and pivot well in court and under pressure
• Have taken, or materially assisted (second chaired) in the preparation of many depositions
• Have strong research and writing skills
• Excel in a team environment
• Demonstrate a keen interest in developing and implementing relationship-building skills both internally and externally
• Have prior experiences that prepare them to work with attorneys, staff and clients from cultures and backgrounds different from their own
• Be highly motivated and a self-starter
• Be flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills
• Have excellent law school credentials and references

Our attorneys enjoy:

• Competitive salaries
• Quality benefits programs including an annual stipend to support attorneys’ interests and hobbies outside of the workplace
• Workplace flexibility
• One-on-One Career coaching and outstanding professional development opportunities and support
• New York Salary Range: $215,000-$375,000

Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Ice Miller LLP embraces a work environment that is collaborative, welcoming, and focused on growth. To maintain our culture, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where talented attorneys from all backgrounds serve our clients, focus on professional development, and perform to their highest potential. With over 350 lawyers in offices located in Baltimore, Columbus, Chicago, DuPage County, Illinois, New York, Indianapolis, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., our attorneys and professional staff are among the most talented in the country. Ice Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and certified under The Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Rule.

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