restructuring

I posted this on the restructuring group forum but I might as well get everyone's opinion:

I noticed that most of the MDs at places like HLHZ and Close Brothers had backgrounds in law or accounting. Seeing as I graduated last Spring, an analyst stint at a restructuring shop is not a possibility but I would like to position myself for an associate position a few years down the line.

I went to college in the U.S. but I grew up in France so I would definitely like to shoot for firms in Europe (London). What do you think is the best background for someone trying to get in to a place like HLHZ? I'm planning on taking the LSATs in June but I'm also thinking of applying to Big 4 restructuring practices in London for the fall. Any suggestions?

I just received an offer for big4 Reorganization team. I suppose this is a very specialized job and is a lot harder to get into commercials than audit folks. But I am wondering if this experience in liquidation is a good leverage to banks or PE shops when the market goes back up.

Any advice? Thanks!

Hey Guys,

Happy Holiday!

I have an interview coming up with the top restructuring firms on the street. Given the current condition of the economy, I see a bright near future in restructuring. I just wanted some insight from you seasoned wall street oasers on how to prepare for restructuring interviews. How different are they from typical i-banking interviews? Resources I could look at? Things I should absolutely know etc.

Thanks,

SII

I'd like to learn anything I can about this fund. Can anyone point me to a good article or profile on them?

I will be joining the restructuring group of a well regarded boutique in the summer. However, I just finished school and have nothing all that important to do with my time until then. I was thinking of getting either CPA or CFA certified (I am eligible for both).

I was wondering which one might be more relevant to my line of work and which one is better regarded by Bschools and employers later on, given the fact that I don't want to go into investment management or S&T.

Any input is welcome. Thanks.

As the subject reads, what can an associate expect to be paid right now?

As we all know, restructuring is hot right now. What is the general consensus as to which firms have the top restructuring groups?