Houston | Hybrid

Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, direct lenders, banks, hedge funds, distressed investors, and borrowers in sophisticated restructuring and special situations financing transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of finance, leveraged finance, restructuring, bankruptcy, or special situations experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing private equity sponsors, direct lenders, banks, financial institutions, hedge funds, distressed investors, and corporate borrowers

• Experience handling restructuring financings, rescue financings, liability management transactions, debtor-in-possession (DIP) financings, exit financings, distressed acquisitions, and recapitalizations

• Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, commitment letters, intercreditor agreements, security agreements, collateral documents, restructuring support agreements, and other financing documentation

• Experience advising clients in distressed situations, workouts, Chapter 11 proceedings, or out-of-court restructurings is preferred

• Experience working closely with bankruptcy, restructuring, private equity, and finance teams on complex transactions

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Restructuring & Special Situations Finance practice

✅ Sophisticated distressed finance and restructuring transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors, financial institutions, and distressed investors

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174