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Overview Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Litigation Associate Attorney Location : Phoenix, AZ A prestigious AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a skilled and driven Associate Attorney to join its highly-regarded Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights Litigation Practice Group. This opportunity is based in Phoenix and offers the chance to work on sophisticated corporate restructuring and bankruptcy litigation matters across a national platform. Candidate Profile : JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record. Active Bar admission in Arizona, in good standing; California Bar admission is strongly preferred. 3–6 years of substantive experience representing parties in Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and creditors’ rights litigation. Bankruptcy & Restructuring Expertise: Demonstrated experience with complex corporate restructurings, including both debtor and creditor representations in Chapter 11 and Chapter 9 municipal insolvency cases. Litigation Experience: Excel in drafting, discovery, motion practice, and court appearances for bankruptcy-related disputes. Additional Transactional Background: Familiarity with distressed asset acquisitions and out-of-court restructurings is a plus. Soft Skills : Excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills; attention to detail; and sound judgment are essential. Key Responsibilities Represent clients in corporate restructurings and bankruptcy litigation matters, including Chapter 11 and Chapter 9 proceedings. Provide strategic guidance to both creditors and debtors in complex insolvency cases. Assist with acquisitions of distressed assets and corporate workouts, both in and out of court. Draft pleadings, prepare discovery, and manage motion practice in high-stakes litigation. Collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to join a premier bankruptcy and creditors' rights litigation team that operates at the forefront of corporate restructuring law. You’ll work alongside respected practitioners on complex and groundbreaking matters. From municipal insolvencies to large-scale corporate restructurings, this group handles it all—offering associates broad exposure, significant responsibility, and meaningful client contact. The firm’s commitment to collaboration and professional development makes it an exceptional environment to build your practice. Compensation & Benefits Compensation Includes an annual salary range of $220,000 – $275,000, commensurate with experience and market conditions, along with a profit-sharing bonus program. Benefits : Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; health savings account; firm-subsidized emergency child and elder care; parental leave; an employee assistance program; and pre-tax transportation benefits. Additional perks include fertility benefits, 16 weeks of paid childcare leave, and professional development resources, among others. Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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