Job Description

Job Description

Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Associate or Counsel

Chicago, IL

Responsibilities and practice:

Our global client is seeking an Associate or Counsel with a minimum of 2 years of commercial foreclosure, real estate litigation, and creditors' rights experience to join their Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy practice. The candidate hired for this position will focus primarily on commercial foreclosure and commercial real estate litigation matters for government sponsored enterprises, special servicers, banks, and CLOs. Expected responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Advising clients with commercial foreclosures, commercial real estate litigation, and creditor rights matters for all types of commercial real estate (hospitality, multifamily, retail, office, industrial, etc.)
• Handling all aspects of the commercial foreclosure process, including reviewing title, drafting notices of default, pre-negotiation letters, foreclosure complaints, receivership motions as well as sale confirmation documentation, summary judgment motions and briefing
• Litigating any disputed foreclosure actions, including appearing in court and handling oral argument and discovery
• Handling commercial real estate receivership, lien priority, and fraudulent transfer litigation in both federal and state court
• Drafting forbearances and loan modifications
• Familiarity with and/or interest in commercial bankruptcy and single asset real estate cases is preferred

This law firms offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position requirements:

Personal skills/attributes

• Superb analytical skills and thinks creatively
• Strong writing skills
• Organized and able to prioritize assignments effectively, including handling multiple matters in a timely and efficient matter
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues

Technical skills

• At least 2 years of law firm experience required
• At least 2 years of relevant commercial foreclosure experience required

Other requirements

• Should be licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and be in good standing

***Qualified Professional and their clients are EEOC compliant***

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