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Business Reorganization and Creditors' Rights Partner

Gould & Ratner LLP

Chicago, illinois


Job Details

Full-time


Full Job Description

Gould & Ratner LLP is seeking a highly experienced Partner to join its Business Reorganization and Creditors’ Rights Practice. The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing creditors, secured lenders and asset purchasers in workouts, restructurings and business reorganizations.

Requirements

  • Experience representing lenders and creditors in bankruptcy cases, asset-based lending, foreclosures and debtor-in-possession financing transactions.
  • Experience with Illinois commercial mortgage foreclosure, forbearance and receivership law, personal property foreclosure, the Fraudulent Transfer Act and other remedies under Article 9 of the UCC.
  • Additional experience with investor representation, financial sponsor transactions, exchange offers, debt for equity swaps, prepackaged and prearranged chapter 11 cases, loan restructuring (including conversion of debt to equity and participating loans) and bankruptcy litigation, is a plus.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be an integral part of the team and will have the confidence and demeanor to interact and build relationships with the Firm’s clients. This attorney will serve as business advisor to clients, guiding them in a full range of legal matters throughout their life cycle.
  • A degree or background in business or finance is a plus.
  • Candidates must be currently licensed in Illinois or licensed in another state with a UBE score that qualifies in Illinois for comity, be eligible to waive in, or be willing to sit for an upcoming IL bar exam (open to relocation candidates that meet these requirements).
  • Portable book of business required.

Benefits

  • Candidates can look forward to a practice that will include handling all aspects of complex and sophisticated deals and transactions for clients of all sizes and across industries. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is highly motivated and seeking a positive career trajectory. We are seeking an attorney who is interested in business development and being part of the Firm’s overall succession plan.
  • Emphasis on professional and business development.
  • Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment.
  • Healthcare (medical, vision, dental), life and long-term disability insurance.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits package including 401k and profit sharing.
  • Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits and wellness programs (e.g., in-office gym and massages; 24/7 tele-medicine).
  • Hybrid in-office/remote role.

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