Private Credit Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Private Credit Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in private credit or finance matters, ideally from a nationally recognized law firm or other relevant legal experience. The role involves handling a variety of financing transactions, with a focus on cash flow deals, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, and recapitalizations. Experience with asset-based financings, restructurings, and workouts is also desirable.

Duties:

• Advise clients on various private credit and finance matters, including cash flow deals, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, and recapitalizations.
• Draft and negotiate loan agreements, credit facilities, and related documentation.
• Conduct due diligence and provide a comprehensive analysis of financing transactions.
• Represent clients in negotiations with borrowers, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in structuring and executing complex financing arrangements.
• Manage and coordinate with internal and external parties to ensure smooth transaction processes.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and private credit and finance best practices.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in private credit or finance matters at a nationally recognized law firm or other relevant legal experience.
• Demonstrated lending experience, with borrower-side exposure considered a plus.
• Experience with various financing transactions, including cash flow deals, acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, and recapitalizations.
• Experience with asset-based financings, restructurings, and workouts is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of private credit and finance law.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex financial agreements.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.

Providing sophisticated top-quality legal representation nationally and globally, this full-service law firm offers services in areas of corporate, financial services, litigation, real estate, commercial finance, intellectual property, and trusts and estates. The firm's clients include public and private companies, Fortune 100, government and nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The firm has a collaborative and collegial environment where the most talented team of lawyers and professionals create creative and strategic solutions for clients' needs. In addition, the firm has an innovative team that provides strategies using new processes and software. The firm is committed to providing pro bono service and sponsoring a variety of programs that support education, arts and culture, health and welfare, and human rights. Focused on attracting diverse talents the firm provides various training and mentoring programs for professional growth. This nationally recognized firm has all the features of a successful law firm: highly skilled attorneys, amazing staff, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary with great benefits.