About this role
About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Represent companies and individuals in financial distress in court, stepping into a well-established practice and gradually taking over a departing senior lawyer's matters and client relationships. The position combines hands-on trial work with relationship management and long-range planning for the practice.
What you'll do
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Run litigation for debtor clients in bankruptcy court, from lawsuits within a case to disputed motions and hearings.
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Assume responsibility for an existing docket and the client relationships of a senior partner who is retiring.
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Work alongside the current bankruptcy lawyers and the wider litigation group.
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Nurture client relationships and seek out referrals from colleagues in other practice areas.
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Guide each matter through every phase, from early strategy to courtroom advocacy and final resolution.
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Help shape the next chapter of the practice as a future leader of the firm.
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Requirements
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What we're looking for
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8 to 10+ years of experience representing debtors in bankruptcy litigation.
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Experience with adversary proceedings and contested matters.
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Experience appearing at bankruptcy court hearings.
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Strong command of the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, including debtor representation in Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 cases.
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Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
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Active New York bar admission.
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An existing book of business: roughly $400-600K for a more junior partner profile with partner experience in the last 5 years, or $1m+ for a senior partner with more than 15 years as a partner.
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A collaborative, approachable style and comfort working across practice groups.
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Ability to manage a practice independently without heavy oversight.
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Aptitude for client stewardship and transition planning.
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Ability to work in the office full time.
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Existing authorization to work in the United States.
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Bonus points
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A portable book of business in bankruptcy.
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Experience taking over or managing a retiring partner's clients.
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A record of bringing in new clients or generating business.
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Benefits
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Compensation and benefits
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Base salary: USD 275,000 to 400,000 per year
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Location and work model
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New York, NY, United States
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On-site
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Full-time