Restructuring Associate (Multi-Office)

DLA Piper seeks a restructuring associate to join its finance group, with 1–2 years of restructuring experience. The role supports complex debt restructurings and corporate finance matters across multiple offices. You will perform legal research, drafting, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to advance client objectives. The opportunity offers hybrid work and exposure to debtor-side work in a leading AmLaw firm. You’ll contribute to high-quality client service while developing professionally in a collaborative environment.

• hybrid work arrangement
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• professional development opportunities
• competitive compensation
• equal opportunity employer

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support client matters and strategy
• Draft clear, accurate legal documents and correspondence
• Build and maintain client relationships through practical, high-quality service
• Collaborate with cross-office teams to support client objectives
• Exercise professional judgment to identify risks and propose solutions
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards
• Engage in ongoing professional development and firm citizenship initiatives
• Manage complex transactional matters from inception to closing and post-closing
• Coordinate due diligence, contract drafting and negotiation, and deal execution
• Oversee timelines, workflow, and communication among deal parties
• Advise on regulatory and governance considerations affecting transactions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated client solutions

• 1–2 years of restructuring experience (debtor-side preferred)
• Experience advising on complex debt restructurings and financing matters
• Admitted to practice in the state of office location
• Direct experience in a AmLaw 100 firm is preferred

• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Good business judgment
• Legal research
• Legal writing and drafting
• Due diligence