Bankruptcy & Creditor's Rights Associate Attorney

Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Associate Attorney Stamford, CT | Full-Time | Onsite A well-established and respected Connecticut law firm is seeking a Bankruptcy & Creditors' Rights Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation practice in Stamford. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to work on sophisticated matters involving bankruptcy, creditors' rights, commercial disputes, and litigation, while gaining meaningful courtroom and client experience and developing a long-term career with an established legal team. The Opportunity The attorney will represent financial institutions, businesses, creditors, and other clients in a variety of bankruptcy and creditors' rights matters. This role provides hands-on experience with contested hearings, motion practice, pleadings, legal research, and litigation strategy. The attorney will have the opportunity to work directly with clients and experienced practitioners while taking on increasing responsibility throughout the life cycle of matters. Candidates with a strong commercial litigation background who are interested in developing a bankruptcy and creditors' rights practice are encouraged to apply. What You'll Do Represent creditors, financial institutions, businesses, and other clients in bankruptcy and creditors' rights mattersHandle pleadings, motions, hearings, discovery, and legal researchAppear in state and federal court as appropriateAssist with commercial litigation involving insolvency, collections, and business disputesDevelop litigation strategies and assist in managing matters from inception through resolutionCommunicate directly with clients and provide practical, business-focused legal guidanceWork closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated mattersTake on increasing responsibility as your experience and practice develop Ideal Candidate J.D. from an accredited law schoolActive Connecticut Bar admission, or the ability to become licensed promptlyApproximately 3-5 years of legal experienceBackground in bankruptcy, creditors' rights, commercial litigation, or a related practiceCandidates with commercial litigation experience and a genuine interest in bankruptcy are encouraged to applyStrong legal research, analytical writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skillsComfortable handling multiple matters and deadlinesExcellent communication and organizational skillsSound judgment and a commitment to providing exceptional client service What This Opportunity Offers Competitive compensationMeaningful courtroom exposure and client interactionOpportunity to work on sophisticated bankruptcy and commercial litigation mattersMentorship and collaboration with experienced practitionersAbility to develop a specialized bankruptcy and creditors' rights practiceCollegial, team-oriented work environmentDiverse client base across a variety of industriesComprehensive benefits packageStrong opportunity for long-term professional growth This is an opportunity for an attorney who wants more than simply a research-and-support role. You'll have the opportunity to develop your litigation skills, gain substantive courtroom experience, work directly with clients, and build a sophisticated bankruptcy and creditors' rights practice within an established Connecticut firm. Location: Stamford, Connecticut Schedule: Full-Time Work Arrangement: Onsite Apply here confidentially or reach out to Jessica Merkel at 605-846-8647 or jessica.merkel@gogpac.com All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.