Wilke Fleury is seeking an experienced Transactional Bankruptcy/Insolvency Attorney to join our growing team in Sacramento, California. This role focuses on the non-litigation aspects of bankruptcy and restructuring, advising clients through complex financial transactions, workouts, sale transactions, and insolvency matters. The ideal candidate is practical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working directly with clients, lenders, and other stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on bankruptcy-related transactions, sales, restructurings, and workouts
- Draft and negotiate agreements related to Chapter 11 matters, debtor-in-possession financing, forbearance agreements, asset sales, and restructuring plans
- Analyze financial and legal risks associated with distressed transactions
- Coordinate with litigation counsel, financial advisors, and opposing counsel as needed
- Provide strategic guidance to clients on insolvency alternatives and compliance issues
Qualifications
- Active California Bar membership (required)
- 3-10+ years of experience in bankruptcy, restructuring, or insolvency-related transactional work
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Experience with Chapter 11 bankruptcy transactions preferred
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $150,000 – $220,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
- Bonus eligibility
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, LTD, STD, Vol. Life, Hearing Aid benefits, Pet Insurance.
- 401(k) with generous employer contribution
- Discretionary Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- Opportunity to work on sophisticated and varied matters
- Supportive, collegial environment with mentorship and professional development
To Apply For more information, please visit Wilke Fleury’s website at: http://www.wilkefleury.com/careers-3/. To apply for this position, please submitting a cover letter, resume and salary expectations to the firm’s Hiring Partner, Jizell Lopez at jlopez@wilkefleury.com. All applications will be kept in strict confidence.
