Bankruptcy Associate (1-3 years) - Chicago

Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Chicago, IL
Why Seyfarth:

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

The Opportunity:

Seyfarth Shaw LLP, an international law firm with approximately 1000 attorneys, has an exciting opportunity for a highly qualified Bankruptcy Associate with 1-3 years of bankruptcy experience to join our Chicago team.

The Day-To-Day:

As an Associate in our Bankruptcy Group, you’ll have the opportunity to work on interesting, challenging, and groundbreaking matters in collaboration with senior attorneys.

You Have:
  • 1-3 years of bankruptcy experience (this may include a bankruptcy judicial clerkship).

  • A combination of experience with bankruptcy motion practice, bankruptcy and commercial litigation, foreclosure litigation, creditor's rights and workout experience.

  • Experience presenting motions and participating in evidentiary hearings in state, federal, and bankruptcy courts.

  • Excellent academic credentials, analytical skills and verbal and written communication skills.

  • Candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar or meet the requirements to waive in.

What We Provide:

We provide competitive salary and benefits at all levels. For Associates, we provide comprehensive training through our mentoring programs, CLE initiatives, Seyfarth University, industry credentialing, and hands-on learning by working side-by-side with our partners.

More About Seyfarth:

With more than 1000 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at

**NOTE TO AGENCIES AND APPLICANTS:

At this time, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will not be accepting applications submitted through search firms for this position. All qualified candidates must submit their own applications to be considered for this position.

The salary range for this role is $225,000 to $260,000 . This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) .

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This position is based in Chicago, IL 60606

Posted 2026-03-24

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