Job Description

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP has an opportunity for an experienced senior associate or junior partner with a minimum of seven years of experience to join our sophisticated Bankruptcy, Insolvency & Creditors’ Rights practice in either the Tampa, Sarasota, or St. Petersburg, FL office. Portable business is a plus but not required. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on complex restructurings and insolvencies (including Chapter 11 and cross-border restructurings) as well as commercial disputes while representing national and global clients across a diverse range of industries.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years of bankruptcy, insolvency, and/or restructuring experience, including bankruptcy-related litigation. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience representing clients in business bankruptcy litigation, insolvency proceedings, contested matters, adversary proceedings, and related commercial disputes. We are looking for a lawyer who can guide clients through financially distressed situations with sound judgment, strategic focus, and strong advocacy skills.

Where You’ll Work

This position can be based in either the Tampa, Sarasota, or St. Petersburg, FL office.

What You’ll Do

• Represent clients in business bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 proceedings, contested matters, adversary proceedings, and related insolvency litigation.
• Counsel and advocate for creditors, investors, distressed debt lenders, trustees, committees, and other business entities in bankruptcy court and related proceedings.
• Develop and execute litigation strategy in matters involving significant financial and operational risk.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, objections, briefs, and other pleadings in bankruptcy and related commercial litigation matters.
• Manage discovery, depositions, witness preparation, court appearances, mediations, and trials.
• Advise clients on bankruptcy-related risk, litigation exposure, restructuring options, and case strategy.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff across offices to deliver strong business-focused outcomes.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to the growth and development of the bankruptcy practice.
• Participate in business development efforts, thought leadership, and professional networking within the restructuring and insolvency community.

What We’re Looking For

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• A minimum of 7 years of creditor-side bankruptcy, restructuring or commercial litigation experience is required.
• A thorough understanding of the interaction between bankruptcy courts, secured creditors, and distressed borrowers, with demonstrated strategic judgment in state, federal district, and bankruptcy court proceedings.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with sophisticated business clients and provide strategic, practical legal advice.
• Candidates should be comfortable handling complex litigation matters, including depositions and court appearances, and a proven track record of managing matters independently from complaint through resolution, including trial experience.
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of federal rules of procedure.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills including a strong aptitude for managing and prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work with a variety of attorneys and staff, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Who We Are

We’re not just another law firm - we’re something different. The attorneys at Shumaker are known for creating strong, collaborative working relationships with each other and with their clients. Shumaker attorneys experience true camaraderie, backed by a unique paralegal and staff infrastructure, that allows their practice to thrive. As one of the 200 largest law firms in the United States, we look for skilled professionals who want to build a lifelong career with us.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting frequently, approximately six out of eight hours per day. Sitting position static for up to one-half hour at a time.
• Standing or walking frequently, up to six hours per day.
• Lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to one hour per day.
• Bending and stooping occasionally, up to one-half hour per day.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Notice to Recruiters: We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from recruiters for this position. If you have any questions about how to submit a candidate, please reach out to Jodi Bosak, Director of Attorney Recruitment at jbosak@shumaker.com. Kindly do not contact attorneys directly.