Corporate Finance Associate

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking an exceptional corporate debt finance associate with 3+ years of experience to join its Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of debt/finance concepts and experience in acquisition and bilateral financing arrangements, including first lien, second lien, syndicated financings, and real estate financing. The role involves working with middle-market clients and representing them in various corporate transactions. A strong focus on drafting, reviewing, and revising credit agreements and loan documentation is essential.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Represent clients in corporate debt finance transactions, including acquisition and bilateral financing, syndicated financings, and real estate financing.
• Draft, review, and revise credit agreements and related loan documentation.
• Work closely with middle-market clients on a variety of mid-market and upper middle-market corporate transactions.
• Collaborate with corporate finance and M&A teams on distressed financing and other finance-related matters.
• Provide legal advice and solutions tailored to the financial needs of clients across various industries.
• Contribute to expanding the practice and supporting business development efforts.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in corporate debt finance, including familiarity with secured transactions and debt finance structures.
• Strong experience drafting and revising credit agreements and related loan documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• A motivated, proactive approach to work with the finance group to further expand the practice.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar in California.

Skills:

• Expertise in debt/finance concepts, including first lien, second lien, syndicated financings, and real estate financing.
• Experience with acquisition financing and related corporate transactions.
• Strong drafting and review skills related to credit agreements and loan documentation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision).
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

This is a very good firm and is definitely in growth mode. The Los Angeles office of this innovative firm one of the fastest growing law firms in the western United States has a broad-based practice that cuts across all areas of commercial and business law. In particular, the firm boasts an impressive litigation practice, and intellectual property, corporate, tax & estate planning, and labor & employment are all very solid. Although the firms attorneys are described as entrepreneurial and intense, they tend to socialize more than at most firms. Salaries are competitive, and minimum billable hours requirements are reasonable.