Mid-Level Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a Mid-Level Finance Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of experience representing banks, commercial finance companies, private debt funds, and other lenders in various financing transactions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in structuring, documenting, and closing asset-based, real estate, healthcare, and general middle-market financing transactions. Additionally, experience with UCC Article 9 perfection provisions, mortgage/title insurance issues, and loan workouts/restructurings is highly desirable.

Duties:

• Represent banks, commercial finance companies, private debt funds, and other lenders in financing transactions.
• Assist in structuring, documenting, and closing asset-based, real estate, healthcare, and general middle market financing transactions.
• Provide legal counsel on UCC Article 9 perfection provisions and mortgage/title insurance issues.
• Participate in loan workouts and restructurings, if necessary.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in finance law.
• Admitted to practice as an attorney.
• Proven track record in representing lenders in various financing transactions.
• Strong understanding of UCC Article 9 perfection provisions and mortgage/title insurance issues.
• Experience with loan workouts and restructurings is preferred but not mandatory.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in Pennsylvania or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.

This firm is prominent on the local Philadelphia scene, with several offices around the East Coast. This firm has an interesting focus on industry groups, instead of practice areas, a progressive approach that allows attorneys to become intimately involved with their clients and their needs. Attorneys at this nearly 80 year old firm enjoy a team-oriented and collegial atmosphere.