Lateral Corporate - Finance Associate Attorney

Job Title: Corporate Finance Associate Attorney (Lateral)

Job Overview: A respected law firm located in Houston, TX, is seeking a dynamic and skilled Corporate Finance Associate Attorney with a solid background in debt finance. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with experience in private equity acquisition finance and a keen interest in complex transactions, particularly in the oil and gas sector. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to work with both borrowers and lenders, contributing to a variety of high-profile financial deals.

Duties:

• Manage complex finance transactions, including debt and equity financing.
• Work on private equity acquisition finance matters, with a particular focus on oil and gas-related transactions.
• Represent both borrowers and lenders in financing arrangements.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to clients on financial structuring and related matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex financing documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support financial transactions and regulatory compliance.
• Assist senior attorneys in the preparation and presentation of cases in court, if necessary.
• Maintain and grow client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service.

Requirements:

• 4-7 years of experience in debt finance, preferably at a peer law firm.
• Strong experience in private equity acquisition finance, with exposure to oil and gas transactions preferred.
• Demonstrated experience representing both borrowers and lenders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A strong client-focused approach with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in Texas (or eligibility to obtain Texas Bar membership).

Skills:

• Advanced understanding of corporate finance and debt transactions.
• Proficient in legal research and financial analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage complex documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective client and team interaction.

Job Location: Houston, TX

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.