Senior Finance Associate Attorney

Job Title: Senior Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm located in Atlanta, GA, is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Associate Attorney to join their growing Finance practice. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a seasoned team in a well-established office. The successful candidate will represent lenders, particularly in the commercial real estate or secondary-market space, though broader finance experience is welcomed. This role is ideal for a driven, detail-oriented attorney with a passion for finance law and a collaborative work ethic.

Duties:

• Representing bank and non-bank lenders in finance-related transactions.
• Handling matters related to commercial real estate or secondary-market finance.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating loan documents and financial contracts.
• Advising clients on finance-related legal strategies and risk management.
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding finance and real estate transactions.
• Collaborating with cross-functional legal teams on various financial projects.
• Engaging in strategic planning and client development efforts within the finance sector.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of meaningful finance law experience.
• Demonstrated experience representing lenders in commercial real estate or secondary-market finance is preferred.
• Admitted to the GA State Bar.
• Strong legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Excellent academic credentials are expected.

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the Georgia State Bar.

Skills:

• Superior legal writing and research abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage complex financial transactions efficiently.
• Positive work attitude, integrity, and commitment to teamwork.

Job Location:

• Atlanta, GA.

This Vault ranked firm promotes high level work, commitment to pro bono work, and great colleagues and clients. The firm provides creative solutions to complex legal and business problems while offering value-added service to its clients. Amongst its hallmarks are flexibility, practical business sense, and tireless advocacy. The firm is large enough to ensure promptness of service, yet personal enough to maintain the established reputation for individual attention. The firm values relationships, collaboration, thinking ahead, leadership within the profession, and helping those in need through pro bono and community service.