Mid-Senior Level Finance Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Finance Associate Attorney for their Houston office. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in executing complex finance transactions and credit arrangements. Asset-based lending experience is a plus. The candidate must possess strong academic credentials and a background working in a law firm setting. This role involves working closely with clients, advising on sophisticated financial matters, and ensuring legal compliance throughout various stages of finance transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute complex finance transactions, including syndicated loans, secured and unsecured credit arrangements, and structured finance.
• Advise clients on matters related to asset-based lending and various types of secured lending transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate finance agreements, loan documents, security agreements, intercreditor agreements, and other related documentation.
• Collaborate with internal legal teams and external stakeholders to manage transactional workflows from initiation to closing.
• Conduct due diligence and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing finance transactions.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients on risk management, regulatory issues, and structuring financial deals.
• Manage and lead transactions in a fast-paced, client-facing environment, ensuring timely and successful completion.
• Stay updated on legal trends, developments in finance law, and industry best practices.
• Support senior attorneys and partners on large, complex deals, while leading smaller transactions independently.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Texas, or eligibility for admission to the Texas Bar.
• 5+ years of experience in finance law, particularly in executing complex finance transactions.
• Experience in asset-based lending is preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience in a reputable law firm environment handling finance or credit-related legal matters.
• Excellent understanding of UCC Article 9 and other relevant laws and regulations.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage client relationships effectively.
• Ability to handle multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to provide practical, business-focused solutions to complex legal issues.
• Strong work ethic, professional demeanor, and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

Certifications

• Admission to the Texas State Bar (required).
• Additional certifications related to finance law or asset-based lending are advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong academic credentials are essential.

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