An investment firm is seeking a highly experienced bankruptcy attorney to serve as lead counsel in a high-profile, multi-year Chapter 11 bankruptcy case involving adverse parties, fraud allegations, and substantial creditor claims. This role is structured as an independent contractor position with a guaranteed $35,000 monthly retainer for a minimum 12-month commitment, with a strong likelihood of an extended engagement.Due to the complexity of this case—including potential Ponzi scheme elements, ongoing litigation, and extensive creditor negotiations—we are bringing this role in-house on a contract basis to ensure strategic, cost-effective legal representation. The selected attorney will replace or supplement work currently handled by external counsel at a national law firm and will work directly with executive leadership to manage bankruptcy litigation and restructuring strategy.This is an exclusive engagement, requiring a full-time commitment during the contracted period.Compensation & Contract Terms:$35,000 per month for a 12-month independent contractor engagementStrong likelihood of an extended contract beyond 12 monthsFlexible work arrangementNo billable hours - fixed monthly retainer for dedicated legal representationKey Responsibilities:Serve as lead in-house counsel on all bankruptcy-related matters, representing the firm’s interests in ongoing Chapter 11 proceedings.Develop and execute a legal strategy for navigating multi-party bankruptcy litigation, fraud claims, and adversary proceedings.Oversee, supplement, or replace external law firms to reduce costs while ensuring effective representation.Represent the company in bankruptcy court hearings, creditor negotiations, and settlement discussions.Draft, review, and negotiate legal filings, restructuring agreements, and adversary pleadings.Work with financial teams to analyze claims, assess risks, and develop restructuring strategies.Provide clear legal guidance to executive leadership on litigation strategy, asset protection, and risk management.Ensure compliance with bankruptcy laws, regulatory requirements, and creditor protections.Qualifications & Experience:J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in California.10+ years of bankruptcy law experience, with a strong focus on Chapter 11, creditor rights, and complex litigation.Demonstrated experience managing high-value, multi-party bankruptcy cases (e.g., Ponzi schemes, fraud investigations, restructuring negotiations).Strong courtroom advocacy, creditor representation, and negotiation experience.Experience in private lending, real estate finance, or asset-backed transactions is a plus.Proven ability to strategically manage external counsel and control legal costs.Why This Opportunity?✔ Strategic Leadership Role – Lead a high-stakes, multi-year bankruptcy case with direct impact on business outcomes.✔ Guaranteed $35,000/Month Retainer – No billable hours, just high-level legal execution.✔ 12-Month Contract (Likely Longer) – Long-term stability in a high-profile case.✔ Exclusive Engagement – Focus on one high-value case without law firm distractions.