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bankruptcy & corporate reorganization


Are you interested in a unique work experience that requires the application of corporate and litigation skills in a business context? Do you want to work on matters that combine complex legal concepts and high-stakes negotiations with real-life consequences? Bankruptcy work matters in the real world. A successful bankruptcy case often results in the restructuring and rehabilitation of a major company that is in distress, securing jobs for its management and its employees, and helping to stabilize its industry.

Our Bankruptcy and Corporate Reorganization Department offers lawyers a dynamic and diverse experience. We represent a broad spectrum of clients in major domestic and cross-border restructurings and bankruptcy cases — creditor groups, lenders, equity holders, distressed companies, investors that focus on distress situations, acquirors, fiduciaries and regulatory bodies. And as a lawyer in our Bankruptcy Department, you’ll have an opportunity to represent the broadest range of players in high-stakes insolvency matters around the globe.

Our colleagues also turn to us for our distinguished depth and breadth of experience. Bankruptcy law demands a skill set that combines the fundamental aptitudes of both transactional and litigation practices. In the face of complex market and regulatory transformations, our bankruptcy lawyers work seamlessly within teams from many different practice areas. As a Paul, Weiss bankruptcy associate, you’ll be encouraged to develop a variety of skills as you create comprehensive and well-coordinated solutions for businesses and investors worldwide.

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Karen Zeituni
Bankruptcy Associate

What I really love about bankruptcy is the pace. You’re in a situation where everyone’s at the table and you have to come to a solution. In bankruptcy, there’s a limited amount of time and everyone wants to come to a solution. I find that type of situation to be very interesting.

The fact that I work in a small department really makes a difference. I know everyone and get along with everyone. When you actually like the people that you work with, it makes a world of difference. Also, with fewer people, the focus is more on you and your development. Early on, you’re going to have research questions. You’re going to be drafting. You’re going to be working with clients.

I’m assigned to one of the big debtor cases. At the same time, I’m working on a bankruptcy case related to a big white collar matter and an assignment for a major sports organization. As an attorney, especially an attorney working at a big firm in New York, that’s what I came here for. I love the cases that I’m on. I came here with high expectations and they’ve been met.