Corporate Debt Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks a Corporate Debt Finance Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for negotiating, structuring, and documenting debt finance transactions, with a preference for expertise in representing private equity sponsors or lenders in leveraged buyouts and acquisition financing transactions. Exceptional writing and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Duties:

• Negotiate, structure, and document debt finance transactions.
• Represent private equity sponsors or lenders in leveraged buyouts and acquisition financing transactions.
• Provide legal counsel and support to clients throughout the transaction process.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to debt finance matters.
• Draft legal documents, agreements, and transactional materials.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate debt finance.
• Familiarity with negotiating, structuring, and documenting debt finance transactions.
• Experience representing private equity sponsors or lenders preferred.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Prior experience in an Am Law 100 law firm is preferred.
• Must have a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school (classes 2019, 2020, or 2021).
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school (classes 2019, 2020, or 2021).
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis tools.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.