New York/Chicago Corporate Restructuring Junior to MidLevel Associate

Skadden's Corporate Restructuring team is seeking an outstanding lateral candidate (class of 2024-2021) with proficiency in both in-court and out-of-court restructurings to join the team in either New York or Chicago. Ideal candidate should have substantial company-side experience as well as a mix of other representations (including liability management transaction and general lender/creditor representations). High level of academic achievement and experience in the restructuring practice of a peer firm are preferred qualifications. Qualified candidates should be admitted to practice law in the state of the office in which they're applying for. The starting base salary for this position is expected to be between $235,000 to $365,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions.These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits, including a hybrid work model*, offer a dynamic environment where all can shape their own career trajectories while contributing to groundbreaking legal work. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community.*Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.EEO StatementSkadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Alex Taylor at (212) 735-2176.Additional Employment NoticesSkadden Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyApplicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment LawTransparency in Coverage RuleSkadden's Privacy StatementAssociate Salary InformationSkadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disability/Vet/other protected categories). For more information, please visit Skadden.com/careers.