Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney Opportunity at Boutique Restructuring Firm

Join a prestigious boutique bankruptcy and restructuring law firm through Robert Half's exclusive direct hire division. This Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney position in Costa Mesa, California offers unparalleled flexibility with hybrid or fully remote options, making it ideal for top legal talent nationwide. With a focus on sophisticated California and national matters, this role provides immediate exposure to complex corporate bankruptcies, Chapter 11 reorganizations, and high-stakes insolvency work.

About the Role

This position arises from firm growth, not replacement, signaling a thriving practice amid increasing demand for bankruptcy expertise. The firm dedicates 70% of its efforts to restructuring and 30% to commercial litigation, with bankruptcy work split evenly between traditional filings and litigation. Attorneys bill around 1800 hours annually while enjoying real work-life balance through remote capabilities. Located in Costa Mesa, CA, the firm supports a distributed team, including East Coast and Washington attorneys, with partners and staff onsite in Orange County.

Ideal candidates are seasoned Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorneys eager to lead on marquee cases in a lean, collaborative environment. Robert Half places top legal professionals in such elite opportunities, ensuring your career advances with meaningful responsibility from day one.

Key Responsibilities

As a key member of this high-end team, your duties will include:

• Managing complex corporate bankruptcy proceedings and Chapter 11 reorganization plans for diverse clients across industries.
• Negotiating and executing out-of-court workouts, assignments for the benefit of creditors, and other pre-bankruptcy solutions.
• Litigating commercial disputes tied to insolvency, including adversary proceedings and contested matters.
• Handling liquidations, distressed asset acquisitions, and insolvency-related M&A transactions.
• Serving as lead counsel on sophisticated restructuring engagements, from initial distress analysis to confirmation.
• Maintaining seamless communication in a remote/hybrid setting, leveraging tools for national case coordination.

Expect direct partner involvement, fostering rapid professional growth in a firm renowned for its restructuring prowess.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorney role, candidates must demonstrate:

• A J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• 3-7+ years of specialized experience in Chapter 11 bankruptcy, corporate restructuring, and related litigation.
• Proven success in handling national and California-specific bankruptcy matters, including large Chapter 11 cases.
• Expertise in out-of-court restructurings, ABCs, and insolvency transactions.
• Strong litigation skills in bankruptcy courts, with familiarity in key venues like Delaware and California districts.
• Ability to thrive in a lean team, billing ~1800 hours/year while delivering high-quality work remotely.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication for client advising and team collaboration.

Robert Half seeks driven attorneys with portable books of business preferred but not required.

Why Join Us

This boutique firm stands out for its exclusive focus on bankruptcy and restructuring, delivering interesting, bet-the-company cases without big firm bureaucracy. Benefits include a lucrative $185,000–$300,000 salary (DOE), true remote flexibility, partner mentorship, and a collaborative culture. Gain exposure to cutting-edge matters while enjoying Orange County's vibrant lifestyle or working from anywhere.

Robert Half's Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham, is ready to connect top Chapter 11 talent. Email your resume to Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] com to apply exclusively. Don't miss this chance to elevate your bankruptcy career in Costa Mesa, CA!