Mid-level Fund Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A reputable law firm’s Finance & Restructuring practice group is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Fund Finance team. This position is tailored for candidates with 4-6 years of transactional legal experience, ideally with a background in finance law. 

Location

• Portland, OR

Duties

• Manage fund finance transactions, providing legal support within the Finance & Restructuring group
• Draft, negotiate, and review a variety of finance-related agreements and transactional documents
• Conduct comprehensive legal research to inform transaction strategy and support client advisement
• Maintain communication with clients, providing updates and strategic insights on fund finance matters
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal standards and best practices across all transactions

Requirements

• 4-6 years of transactional legal experience; finance law experience is highly preferred
• Strong academic credentials with demonstrated research and analytical capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing within the candidate’s state of residence

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting, negotiating, and managing finance-related legal documents
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively
• Collaborative mindset with excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and additional perks (details available upon request)

This nationally renowned firms Portland office represents domestic and international clients in a variety of legal matters with a special focus on independent power producers and utility companies. These matters include conventional power projects, state and federal energy regulations, sale and finance of renewable energy, utility mergers and acquisitions, reliability compliance, renewable source integration, and utility partnership tax. They also represent clients in various real estate development projects. Their staff strives to make a positive difference in their community.