Bankruptcy & Restructuring – Mid-Level Associate

Bankruptcy & Restructuring – Mid-Level Associate

Moore & Van Allen PLLC, a leading southeastern law firm with a national practice, is seeking experienced attorneys to join its Bankruptcy & Restructuring team in Charlotte. Our practice serves a diverse client base, including private equity sponsors and portfolio companies, financial institutions, direct lenders, corporate debtors, and investors in distressed and special situations. The position involves advising clients on complex restructuring transactions, distressed M&A, and related strategic matters.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑stakes transactions under demanding timelines, delivering practical, business‑focused solutions for clients navigating financial distress. The successful candidate will structure and negotiate sophisticated deals, manage multi‑party work streams, and provide counsel on risk mitigation and exit strategies for troubled credits.

The ideal candidate will possess two to six years of experience, with prior bankruptcy experience strongly preferred. Candidates with BIGLAW backgrounds in transaction‑based practices (finance, M&A) and bankruptcy clerkships are encouraged to apply. Exceptional academic credentials, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and superior interpersonal abilities are essential. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to responsiveness, precision, and the ability to manage complex matters with professionalism.

This position requires being based in Charlotte or being willing to relocate to ensure full integration with the team.

• Law Degree
• Eligibility for North Carolina Bar admission is preferred.

• We are committed to supporting our attorneys in achieving a fulfilling work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits program offers a range of options to promote your well‑being and professional growth.
• Health and Wellness:
  We provide multiple health insurance plans, including a Health Savings Account option. You'll also have access to dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, as well as telehealth services.
• Financial Security:
  Enjoy a Cash Balance Pension Plan (for members) or Flexible Spending Accounts (for non‑members), Life Insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. We also offer Short & Long Term Disability coverage and a Financial Wellness Program to help you plan for the future.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Take advantage of our Maternal/Paternal Parental Leave policy, generous Holiday and Vacation Pay, and Bereavement Leave. We also prioritize your overall well‑being with a Body Wellness Program and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation & Bar Support:
  We reimburse reasonable relocation expenses and cover bar application and review costs to help make your transition to Moore & Van Allen as smooth as possible.

Moore & Van Allen is more than just a law firm—we're a strategic partner invested in our clients' success. Consistently ranked in the Am Law 200, we've been delivering innovative legal solutions since 1945. Our commitment goes beyond traditional legal services; we champion our clients' ideas, values, and aspirations, ensuring they receive clear perspectives and unexpected solutions to their complex challenges.

This unwavering client focus has fueled our growth into one of the largest law firms in the Southeast. With a team of over 400 talented attorneys and professionals, we offer expertise in over 90 areas of practice, serving clients across the nation and around the globe.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Legal

Law Practice