Job Description

BANKRUPTCY & CREDITORS’ RIGHTS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Tampa, FL

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Our client, a prominent AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a talented Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights junior Associate Attorney to join their established Tampa office. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners on sophisticated restructuring, insolvency, and commercial litigation matters in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Florida , in good standing
• 1–3 years of substantive bankruptcy and creditors’ rights experience, or judicial clerkship experience with a bankruptcy judge
• Demonstrated   experience in commercial litigation , including supporting complex disputes
• Proven legal research and writing ability, with exceptional analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team and work independently on client matters
• Highly motivated, proactive, and committed to delivering exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

• Support creditors’ rights and bankruptcy litigation matters in state and federal courts
• Draft pleadings , motions , briefs , and supporting legal memoranda
• Assist with all aspects of bankruptcy proceedings, including Chapter 11 matters and adversary proceedings
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex bankruptcy and restructuring issues
• Participate in court hearings , case strategy discussions , and client updates
• Collaborate closely with partners and senior attorneys while managing responsibilities efficiently and professionally

Why Join Us?

This role presents an outstanding opportunity to build a strong foundation in bankruptcy and restructuring law while gaining hands-on experience in significant commercial disputes . You will join a practice that values professional development, mentorship, and high-quality legal work. The firm offers a collegial environment where attorneys work closely with partners, receive meaningful responsibility early, and are encouraged to develop lasting client relationships and long-term career success within the practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary : Expected annual salary range of $155,000-$165,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for profit-sharing and a discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; 401(k) and other retirement plans; FSA/HSA; paid parental leave; domestic partner benefits; family/dependent care leave; employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and writing sample for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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