Assistant General Counsel, Bankruptcy

Kapitus

Job Location:

Arlington, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 121700 - 195300

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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We are seeking an attorney with 5 years of experience in complex litigation and bankruptcy/creditors rights to play an integral role in the companys legal organization. You would be the seventh in-house lawyer reporting to the Deputy General Counsel. This position requires a detail-oriented strategic thinker capable of navigating multifaceted legal challenges independently while providing sound legal advice to protect the companys interests. The position is a hybrid position requiring attorney to work at least three days a week in companys office located in New York New York or Arlington Virginia.

What you will do:

Complex litigation bankruptcy/creditors rights and judgment enforcement matters arising from company functions financing agreements bankruptcies initiated by individuals or businesses contract disputes as well as other matters
Supervise outside counsel in connection with complex litigation judgment enforcement and/or bankruptcy/creditors rights matters providing regular updates to senior management
Collaborate with outside counsel to effectively manage a large portfolio of cases ensuring alignment with company strategy and goals and maximizing efficiencies
Provide expert legal advice and support to internal teams on litigation bankruptcy/creditors rights and judgment enforcement matters ensuring compliance with all relevant internal policies and procedures
Lead and participate in negotiations mediations and settlement discussions as required
Develop and implement litigation strategies to minimize risk and costs associated with legal proceedings and advise on potential litigation risks
Review draft and revise legal documents including pleadings motions briefs other court filings and discovery
Assist in the management of and compliance with legal budgets related to litigation judgment enforcement and bankruptcy matters
Assist in supervising team of paralegals in connection with litigation judgment enforcement and bankruptcy matters

What Were Looking For:

JD with excellent academic and professional credentials
Must be an active member in good standing of the NY State Bar or able to gain admission immediately upon hire.
Exceptional analytical oral and written communication negotiation and organizational skills
Flexible with the ability to adjust to circumstances in a growing company and assist with projects on an as needed basis
Independent self-starter adept at managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Excellent presentation and training skills
Minimum five years experience in complex litigation and bankruptcy/creditors rights at well-established US-based or international law firm
Judicial clerkship a plus
Judgment enforcement experience a plus
Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of legal matters including coordinating with outside counsel

Kapitus Total Rewards Package Includes:

Competitive Base SalaryRange of $121700 - $195300 Kapitus is providing this as a good faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicants final salary will depend on a number of factors including the applicants geographic location skills and experience.
Quarterly Incentive Compensation Eligibility based on meeting KPIs and metrics

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical dental and employer-paid vision plans through UnitedHealthcare (UHC) with various coverage levels available to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Additional perks through UHC include: Sweat Equity free subscription to the Calm App UHC rewardsRealAppeal and Quit For Life.
Flexible Spending Account: Set aside pre-tax dollars from your paycheck to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical dental vision pharmacy or dependent care expenses.
Lifestyle Spending Account: Employer sponsored post-tax benefits that allow reimbursement for expenses related to physical mental and financial well-being.
100% Company Paid Insurances: Kapitus fully covers the cost of basic short-term and long-term disability insurance as well as vision insurance ensuring our employees have comprehensive protection without any personal expense.
Voluntary Insurance: Supplemental life insurance as well as enhanced short- and long-term disability coverage are available through Mutual of Omaha providing additional security for our employees. Additionally Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurances are also available offering further protection against unforeseen events.
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave: Beyond state-mandated leave policies Kapitus provides company-paid maternity and parental leave supporting our employees during important family milestones.
Commuter Benefits: We offer pre-tax benefits on parking and commuter expenses to cover travel to and from work.
LifeBalance Program: Enhance your lifestyle with our LifeBalance membership which offers discounts on outdoor activities the arts health and fitness. Additional benefits include:
- Pet and car insurance discounts.
- Financial services such as LegalShield.
- Relaxation and stress management tools.
Plum Benefits Discount Program: Access exclusive discounts on shows travel car rentals and more enriching your personal and family life.
Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education with up to $5000 annually in tuition reimbursement plus opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events. Managed through our LSA plan Kapitus Academy.
Travel Reimbursement: We also offer travel reimbursement for all work-related travel supporting your involvement in career and personal development activities.
Paid Time Off and Sick Time.
Retirement Benefits: Our 401K plan is managed through Fidelity. To support your long-term financial goals the company provides a 25% match on your contributions up to6%of your annual salary.

About Kapitus:

Kapitus is one of the most reliable and respected names in small business financing. As both a direct lender and a marketplace built with a trusted network of lending partners we can provide small businesses with the financing they need when and how it is needed. We have spent our entire existence building a culture that makes us excited to come to work in the morning. Our company is fast paced teammates need to be self-directed and have an internal motivation to do the right thing even when the right thing takes a lot of hard work. We show our teammates our appreciation by offering great benefits competitive pay and solid opportunity for growth.

Company Mission:At Kapitus our mission is to help small business owners grow their organizations by providing tailored transparent and ethical financing solutions. We invest in every business owners story and we are dedicated to building lasting relationships to champion their goals. We promise to keep the best interests of our clients at the center of the financing process by operating with transparency fairness and integrity.

Consideration will be given to qualified remote candidates residing in states where Kapitus and/or one of its subsidiaries has an established physical presence.

Required Experience:

Junior IC