Junior To Mid-Level Corporate Finance Associate Attorney

Position Title: Junior to Mid-Level Corporate Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm based in Chicago, IL, is seeking a skilled Junior to Mid-Level Corporate Finance Associate Attorney. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious attorney to handle a range of finance transactions for a diverse set of clients across multiple industries. The successful candidate will be integral to deal management, client interaction, and the delivery of high-quality legal services.

Duties:

• Represent lenders and borrowers in various finance transactions.
• Handle broadly syndicated credit facilities, acquisition financings, and private credit facilities.
• Draft, review, and revise critical legal documents, including credit agreements, debt commitment letters, and security agreements.
• Prepare and manage closing deliverables, such as secretary’s certificates, resolutions, legal opinions, schedules, and exhibits.
• Provide legal support to private equity sponsors and portfolio companies, as needed.
• Manage client relationships and oversee deal execution from start to finish.
• Collaborate effectively within a team-oriented environment to deliver top-tier legal services.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in finance or corporate law, particularly in finance transactions.
• Proficiency in representing both lenders and borrowers.
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements and related documents.
• Experience with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies is a plus.
• Admission to one or more State Bars.

Education:

• A strong academic background with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in at least one U.S. state.

Skills:

• Superior drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to deal management.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused mindset.

Job Location:

• Chicago, IL

As one of the largest law firms in the U.S. with more than 40 offices, it was founded in 1967. This full-service firm provides legal representation in banking and finance, blockchain, corporate, cybersecurity, energy, entertainment, environmental, food, gaming, health care, real estate, tax, hospitality, and others. This innovative law firm creates creative and efficient strategies that enable to improve predictability, provide better insights, and deliver more value. The firm is committed to diversity and appreciates all backgrounds. Having a collaborative environment, the attorneys and staff have achieved significant results in the legal community. The firm provides new associates with high-level training in client management, business development, collaboration, and cultural skills. Offering unique professional opportunities, the firm empowers attorneys at all levels to shape their paths to success. The firm has developed a strong commitment to giving back to the community and strives to make a difference by leading, volunteering, and donating to a wide range of causes. The firm has numerous recognition awards and awards for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation.