Mid-Level Leveraged Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a Mid-Level Leveraged Finance Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of significant experience in private equity finance and private credit. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting clients in a range of leveraged finance transactions.

Duties:

• Provide legal support and advice on leveraged finance transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including credit, security, and inter-creditor agreements.
• Conduct due diligence and analyze legal risks associated with transactions.
• Collaborate with clients and other attorneys to develop transaction structures.
• Assist with regulatory compliance matters related to leveraged finance transactions.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in leveraged finance at a reputable law firm or financial institution.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.
• Strong understanding of finance principles and transactional structures.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating transactional documents.
• Strong understanding of leveraged finance and related legal principles.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure.

We are impressed with this large firm's New York practice which includes the traditional practice areas of a standard full service firm, but also includes a significant international practice which adds a certain glamour and excitement to the daily grind. Partners and associates alike are accessible here, although the foreign headquarters may mean that partnership is not. Project finance work is hot in these lovely New York offices, which remain bustling in the evening hours.