Debt Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a skilled Debt Finance Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of experience to join their team. This role focuses on structuring, documentation, and negotiation of various financing transactions, providing expertise to both borrowers and lenders.

Duties:

• Structure, document, and negotiate secured and unsecured financing transactions, including senior secured mezzanine, and subordinated debt transactions.
• Handle acquisition financings and loan workouts.
• Provide legal counsel in leveraged finance transactions, particularly in mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and review complex financing agreements and related documents.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues to ensure successful transaction outcomes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and legal developments related to debt finance.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of relevant experience in debt finance.
• Demonstrated expertise in structuring, documentation, and negotiation of various financing transactions.
• Experience with leveraged finance, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, is preferred.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously.

The Northern California law office opened nine years ago. Fifteen very skilled attorneys comprise their law office. There are two core practice disciplines. Areas of concentration are intellectual property and private equity. Both practices areas have received top honors from well-known legal periodicals.