Thomas Reuters
Senior Lawyer Editor, Insolvency / Restructuring - PL Canada
Thomas Reuters, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Role Summary Senior Specialist Legal Editor, Insolvency & Restructuring - Practical Law Canada Thomson Reuters - Practical Law Canada is looking for an Insolvency & Restructuring Editor who has a passion for research and writing on legal topics to create lawyer-specific resources for our Canadian Insolvency & Restructuring Service. In this opportunity as the Senior Specialist Legal Editor you will develop and maintain insolvency and restructuring legal-know‑how content to be published on Practical Law’s online services. Responsibilities
Conceptualize, draft, and edit a wide range of original insolvency resources, including annotated standard form documents, practice notes, and checklists in accordance with Practical Law writing style. Help set the strategic direction and drive the content plan for Practical Law insolvency and restructuring resources to meet the practice needs of lawyers working at law firms and in‑house. Maintain current awareness and monitor legal developments and legal practice trends in insolvency law and financial restructurings, with the goal of ensuring coverage is current, accurate, and relevant. Establish and maintain relationships with external law firm contributors providing insolvency resources. Develop relationships with law firm lawyers, in‑house counsel, and industry groups to ensure that the insolvency content is topical and meets their needs. Support AI initiatives, including training AI for use in products and validating model performance. Assist in the editorial development of Practical Law and Thomson Reuters products. About You
Senior Specialist Legal Editor Your background includes: Call to the Bar from a Canadian common law province or territory (J.D. or LL.B.). Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience practicing as a lawyer concentrating in commercial insolvency and restructuring in a law firm and/or corporate law department. Extensive commercial insolvency expertise in out‑of‑court restructurings, proceedings under the CCAA, receiverships, proposals, and bankruptcies, including: Representation of debtors in complex cases. Representation of a diverse range of creditors, such as secured creditors, unsecured creditors, landlords, employees, and trade creditors. Structuring, negotiating, and documenting restructuring transactions, such as interim financing (DIP) agreements, restructuring support agreements, plans of arrangements, proposals, sales and investment solicitation process documents, reverse vesting transactions, purchase and sale transactions within insolvency proceedings, and other insolvency transactional documents. Substantive familiarity with commercial list practice and procedure. Deep knowledge and understanding of the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act. Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services, including through AI. A strong understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm and in‑house counsel and the legal market. Ability to understand and interpret fundamental workings and trends within a target industry. Skill and passion for writing and good editing skills, including: Close attention to detail. Impressive command of grammar, punctuation, and plain English. Strong technical drafting skills. The ability to write about complex legal issues clearly and simply. Self‑motivated with excellent management and organization skills to effectively track productivity and ensure product development milestones are met. The ability to continuously collaborate with and support team members in a hybrid and/or remote environment and operate efficiently in a remote environment without on‑site technical support. Candidates selected for a second interview will be required to submit a writing sample. What’s in it For You?
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance :
Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, with flexible work arrangements including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year. Career Development and Growth :
Grow My Way programming and a skills‑first approach to prepare you to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real‑world solutions in an AI‑enabled future. Industry Competitive Benefits :
Comprehensive benefit plans including flexible vacation, two company‑wide Mental Health Days off, Headspace, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and wellbeing resources. Culture :
Global reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work‑life balance, and values such as Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together. Social Impact :
Two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities for pro‑bono consulting projects and ESG initiatives. Making a Real-World Impact :
The company helps customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency, supporting the rule of law and trusted information globally. About Us
Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together trusted content and technology for professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine software and insights to empower decision‑making and support justice and transparency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provide reasonable accommodations as required by law. Learn more at thomsonreuters.com.
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Role Summary Senior Specialist Legal Editor, Insolvency & Restructuring - Practical Law Canada Thomson Reuters - Practical Law Canada is looking for an Insolvency & Restructuring Editor who has a passion for research and writing on legal topics to create lawyer-specific resources for our Canadian Insolvency & Restructuring Service. In this opportunity as the Senior Specialist Legal Editor you will develop and maintain insolvency and restructuring legal-know‑how content to be published on Practical Law’s online services. Responsibilities
Conceptualize, draft, and edit a wide range of original insolvency resources, including annotated standard form documents, practice notes, and checklists in accordance with Practical Law writing style. Help set the strategic direction and drive the content plan for Practical Law insolvency and restructuring resources to meet the practice needs of lawyers working at law firms and in‑house. Maintain current awareness and monitor legal developments and legal practice trends in insolvency law and financial restructurings, with the goal of ensuring coverage is current, accurate, and relevant. Establish and maintain relationships with external law firm contributors providing insolvency resources. Develop relationships with law firm lawyers, in‑house counsel, and industry groups to ensure that the insolvency content is topical and meets their needs. Support AI initiatives, including training AI for use in products and validating model performance. Assist in the editorial development of Practical Law and Thomson Reuters products. About You
Senior Specialist Legal Editor Your background includes: Call to the Bar from a Canadian common law province or territory (J.D. or LL.B.). Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience practicing as a lawyer concentrating in commercial insolvency and restructuring in a law firm and/or corporate law department. Extensive commercial insolvency expertise in out‑of‑court restructurings, proceedings under the CCAA, receiverships, proposals, and bankruptcies, including: Representation of debtors in complex cases. Representation of a diverse range of creditors, such as secured creditors, unsecured creditors, landlords, employees, and trade creditors. Structuring, negotiating, and documenting restructuring transactions, such as interim financing (DIP) agreements, restructuring support agreements, plans of arrangements, proposals, sales and investment solicitation process documents, reverse vesting transactions, purchase and sale transactions within insolvency proceedings, and other insolvency transactional documents. Substantive familiarity with commercial list practice and procedure. Deep knowledge and understanding of the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act. Enthusiasm and ambition, with a desire to improve the efficiency of legal services, including through AI. A strong understanding of the needs and priorities of law firm and in‑house counsel and the legal market. Ability to understand and interpret fundamental workings and trends within a target industry. Skill and passion for writing and good editing skills, including: Close attention to detail. Impressive command of grammar, punctuation, and plain English. Strong technical drafting skills. The ability to write about complex legal issues clearly and simply. Self‑motivated with excellent management and organization skills to effectively track productivity and ensure product development milestones are met. The ability to continuously collaborate with and support team members in a hybrid and/or remote environment and operate efficiently in a remote environment without on‑site technical support. Candidates selected for a second interview will be required to submit a writing sample. What’s in it For You?
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance :
Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, with flexible work arrangements including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year. Career Development and Growth :
Grow My Way programming and a skills‑first approach to prepare you to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real‑world solutions in an AI‑enabled future. Industry Competitive Benefits :
Comprehensive benefit plans including flexible vacation, two company‑wide Mental Health Days off, Headspace, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and wellbeing resources. Culture :
Global reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work‑life balance, and values such as Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together. Social Impact :
Two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities for pro‑bono consulting projects and ESG initiatives. Making a Real-World Impact :
The company helps customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency, supporting the rule of law and trusted information globally. About Us
Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together trusted content and technology for professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine software and insights to empower decision‑making and support justice and transparency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provide reasonable accommodations as required by law. Learn more at thomsonreuters.com.
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