Kutak Rock LLP
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
(hybrid)
Posted
1 day ago
Job Type
Full-Time
Salary
$160,000.00 - $175,000.00
Min Experience
3-5 Years
Salary - Type
Yearly Salary
Job Function
Associate Attorney
Description
JOB SUMMARY
Kutak Rock LLP seeks an experienced Associate to join the firm’s Bankruptcy and Litigation practice groups in its Scottsdale office. Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in developing their knowledge and skills representing corporate debtors, lenders, other creditors and trustees in bankruptcy proceedings and representing financial institutions, other business entities and individuals in state and federal court on matters related to financial restructurings, asset sales, creditors’ rights, and business litigation. Experience in bankruptcy matters in both Arizona and elsewhere is highly desirable for this position. The selected candidate will be able to strengthen their skill set in bankruptcy and restructuring while working with an experienced nationally recognized partner and team.
Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated "Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms", provides associates the opportunity to grow their legal career in a collegial and collaborative environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage all aspects of commercial restructurings and Chapter 11 bankruptcies, including strategy, drafting, discovery, court appearances, and client communications
- Review and documentation of commercial financial transactions, including corporate governance matters
- Review, draft, and negotiate financing, workout, and restructuring documents
- Review and manage financial due diligence
QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities
- Strong analytical abilities and the ability to apply critical thinking and possess a high attention to detail
- Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic with the drive to help grow an active and expanding practice
- Ability to manage and organize workload independently while maintaining communication with partners and staff members
- Commitment to achieving the goals of Firm clients
QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience
- Must be currently admitted to practice with an active bar license in good standing within the state of Arizona, or able to be admitted through examination or waiver within one year
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bankruptcy, financial services, debtor-creditor, collections, or commercial litigation matters preferred
Position Information
Status: Exempt
Salary Range: $160,000-$175,000 annual base salary, commensurate with education and experience, plus discretionary bonus.
Work Arrangement: In Office, occasional hybrid schedule may be available with approval
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Flexible paid vacation leave. 1 hour of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.
Additional Information
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Consideration of any background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.
About the Firm
Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 21 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.
We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.
Job ID: 85658149
Who we hire
Kutak Rock seeks to attract and retain individuals desiring a professional environment where they will be challenged intellectually and provided with opportunities to develop and advance their legal practice or professional career. The firm’s collegial atmosphere fosters loyalty not typically found in other firms, and many of our attorneys and professional staff will cite an open, progressive culture and supportive environment as reasons for staying. Kutak Rock’s success is due, in large part, to recruiting th...
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