Corporate Restructuring/Distressed M&A Attorney

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Corporate Associate to join a prestigious law firm’s Financial Restructuring and Distressed M&A practice in New York.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a dynamic mix of M&A, private equity, and financial restructuring matters. The ideal candidate will have 4–5 years of experience in corporate transactions, including M&A and general corporate matters, with additional exposure to restructuring, bankruptcy, or finance work.

This is an excellent role for an associate looking to develop deep experience in high-stakes, distressed transactions and complex deal structures.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead or support M&A transactions, including distressed and special situations deals

Advise clients on corporate governance, transaction structuring, and risk mitigation

Coordinate cross-functional deal teams and manage deal timelines

Support matters involving financial restructuring and bankruptcy

Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school

4–5 years of relevant experience in M&A and corporate law, ideally with some restructuring or finance exposure

Strong academic credentials and law firm training required

Effective deal management and communication skills

Must be admitted and in good standing in the state of New York

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $310,000 to $365,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Full-time