Attorney

Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate – Houston, Texas

An established Houston law firm is looking to recruit a mid-to-senior level Bankruptcy & Restructuring Associate with 4–8 years' experience to join its highly regarded practice.

The team is recognised for its work across Texas and nationally, advising a broad range of clients on complex restructuring matters, bankruptcy proceedings and related litigation.

The role offers exposure to sophisticated transactional and contentious work, with direct client contact and the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility across high‑profile regional and national matters.

• Advising debtors, creditors, creditors' committees, trustees, institutional lenders and investors.
• Working on out-of-court restructurings, workouts, acquisitions and financing transactions.
• Handling Chapter 7, 9 and 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
• Advising on debtor‑in‑possession financing and Section 363 asset sales and acquisitions.
• Managing bankruptcy‑related litigation, including matters before bankruptcy courts, federal district courts and appellate courts.
• Developing practical solutions to complex financial and restructuring issues, working closely with clients and colleagues.

• 4–8 years' experience in bankruptcy, financial restructuring and related litigation.
• Experience across both transactional restructuring and bankruptcy litigation.
• Strong knowledge of the US Bankruptcy Code and relevant commercial law.
• Excellent research, drafting, analytical and advocacy skills.
• Strong academic credentials and a commercial, solutions‑focused approach.
• Texas Bar admission in good standing, or eligibility to waive in.

• Competitive compensation, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to join a recognised restructuring practice handling complex matters across Texas and nationally.
• Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility on significant cases.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and parental leave benefits.
• 401(k) and discretionary profit‑sharing plan.
• Downtown Houston office, with firm‑paid parking or a monthly METRO pass.
• Access to the building's gym and leisure amenities.