Banking (Growth Debt) Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a highly qualified associate with a focus on debt finance to join its dynamic team in the Banking (Growth Debt) practice area. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of two years of relevant experience, specifically in secured and unsecured lending. This role primarily serves clients in the life sciences and technology sectors.

Duties

• Provide legal support in secured and unsecured lending transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Assist in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing financing documents, including loan agreements and security agreements.
• Work on UCC-secured transactions and understand the implications of leveraged finance.
• Collaborate with clients, including lenders and borrowers, to develop tailored financing solutions.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and legal research related to debt finance matters.
• Stay informed about market trends and developments in the life sciences and technology sectors.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in debt finance or related fields.
• Strong understanding of secured and unsecured lending practices.
• Familiarity with UCC-secured transactions, leveraged finance, and private capital.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while managing multiple tasks effectively.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic performance is preferred.

Certifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in CA.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and financial analysis.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Capable of articulating complex financial concepts clearly to clients and colleagues.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating finance-related documents effectively.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Location

• Menlo Park, CA.

The firm is committed to fostering a diverse workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This very prestigious Los Angeles firm has offices throughout the U.S. and the world. Their mega-power clients include top national and international corporations. The firm has a unique culture and produces very self-confident, easy-going, polished attorneys. This firm has a lot of power in Los Angeles and embraces attorneys from a variety of backgrounds in a very encouraging way. Additionally, the compensation at this firm is truly first-rate. New attorneys are encouraged to partake in the mentoring program and training opportunities. The firm has a very good management structure which appears to make partnership and advancement decisions for its associates in a very even-handed and fair manner.