Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a sophisticated Delaware bankruptcy and restructuring practice handling meaningful Chapter 11 work.
• Work on complex matters with real responsibility, strong mentorship, and direct project ownership.
• Build your career in Delaware, one of the most important legal markets for corporate and business disputes.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
• Competitive compensation, attractive benefits, and bonus opportunities based on experience.
• Be part of a collaborative, highly respected law firm environment where attorneys are supported and challenged.

Location

This is a hybrid role based in Wilmington, Delaware, with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote each week. Local candidates in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Maryland are preferred.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to practice in Delaware and should have 1+ years of relevant bankruptcy, restructuring, litigation, or Chapter 11 related experience. Strong legal research, writing, communication, organization, and project ownership skills are essential.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are a well-established Delaware law firm known for sophisticated legal work, strong client service, and a collaborative culture where attorneys can grow, take ownership, and build lasting careers. Our team values integrity, initiative, excellent lawyering, and a sincere commitment to helping clients navigate complex legal matters.

Job Description

• Handle bankruptcy and restructuring matters with a focus on Chapter 11 proceedings.
• Draft, review, and analyze pleadings, motions, briefs, and related legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop persuasive written analysis.
• Support attorneys and clients on complex business, financial, and restructuring issues.
• Manage projects, deadlines, filings, and matter-related responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues, clients, and other parties involved in active matters.
• Take ownership of assignments while working closely with a collaborative attorney team.
• Contribute to a practice group known for sophisticated Delaware legal work.

Qualifications

• Delaware Bar admission required.
• 1+ years of relevant legal experience required.
• Experience or familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings strongly preferred.
• Bankruptcy, restructuring, commercial litigation, debtor-side, financial, or business-related experience preferred.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills required.
• Strong academic credentials preferred.
• Must be organized, responsive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be collegial, professional, and interested in practicing law in Delaware.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Hybrid schedule offering flexibility while maintaining strong team connection.
• Sophisticated work with meaningful responsibility early in your career.
• Supportive mentorship and professional development.
• Friendly, collegial, and team-oriented environment.
• Opportunity to grow within a respected Delaware legal practice.
• Culture that values autonomy, collaboration, initiative, and high-quality client service.

JPC-1031

Pay: $190,000.00 - $270,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional):
• This hybrid role is located at the Wilmington, DE office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
• In what city/state do you currently reside?
• What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

• bankruptcy or restructuring: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• DE bar license (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wilmington, DE 19809