Associate Attorney Consumer Bankruptcy & Debt Resolution

Pay: $75000.00 - $120000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected client-focused law practice where you will manage meaningful cases and make a real impact on clients financial futures.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with flexibility including two remote days each week.
• Handle a diverse mix of Chapter 7 bankruptcy debt resolution negotiations and litigation for a well-rounded legal practice.
• Work directly with experienced leadership in a collaborative mentorship-focused environment.
• Earn performance-based bonus opportunities and enjoy professional development support.
• Build long-term career growth with increasing responsibility and autonomy.

Location: Hybrid in Bridgewater NJ with two remote days per week after onboarding. Candidates should live within a reasonable commuting distance (approximately 50 minutes).

Note: Applicants must have an active New Jersey Bar license and at least 2 years of consumer bankruptcy law experience. This position is not open to relocation candidates.

About Us: We are a client-centered law practice dedicated to helping individuals and businesses navigate financial challenges with compassion integrity and practical legal solutions. Our team believes in delivering exceptional client service while fostering a supportive collaborative work environment where attorneys can grow professionally. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage consumer Chapter 7 bankruptcy matters from intake through discharge.
• Counsel clients throughout the bankruptcy and debt resolution process.
• Represent clients at 341 meetings and related proceedings.
• Prepare and respond to Rule 2004 subpoenas and related filings.
• Negotiate out-of-court debt settlements with creditors.
• Handle litigation matters related to bankruptcy and debt resolution as assigned.
• Communicate regularly with clients trustees creditors and opposing counsel.
• Draft pleadings motions correspondence and legal documents.
• Maintain organized case files while managing deadlines independently.
• Deliver practical legal guidance in a clear client-friendly manner.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Bar license in good standing.
• 2 years of consumer bankruptcy law experience.
• Experience handling Chapter 7 bankruptcy matters.
• Strong client communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple matters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel.
• Experience with debt workouts or creditor negotiations is highly preferred.
• Experience with Clio Manage or NextChapter is a plus.
• Tax negotiation or Consumer Fraud Act experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Youll join a collaborative legal team that values autonomy client advocacy and professional growth. We offer meaningful work schedule flexibility bonus opportunities mentorship and an environment where your contributions are recognized and your career can continue to advance.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

• Required Years as Associate:
  • 2 years
• Additional context:
  • Relocation- No
  • Packages - None

Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 2 to 3 years: $75000$90000
• 4 to 6 years: $90000$105000
• 7 to 10 years: $105000$120000

Submission Email: Karina -

Quick Recruiter Reference
Hybrid NJ consumer bankruptcy firm seeking an Associate Attorney with 2 years of Chapter 7 bankruptcy experience. Handles Chapter 7 matters debt workouts negotiations and litigation. NJ Bar required.

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• Client job title: Associate Attorney Consumer Bankruptcy & Debt Resolution
• Location: Bridgewater NJ
• On-site hybrid remote: Hybrid
• Experience: 2
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Bankruptcy Attorney Chapter 7 Attorney Bankruptcy Associate Debt Resolution Attorney Insolvency Attorney Creditors Rights Attorney
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