Commercial Finance Associate Attorney / Mid-Level
Location: Chicago, IL
Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a talented Mid-Level Commercial Finance Associate Attorney to join its growing Corporate Practice Group in Chicago(link removed)
Candidate Profile:
- JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
- Bar Admission in Illinois or the ability to become IL barred in the near future is required.
- 5+ years of substantive law firm experience in commercial finance transactions.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: acquisition financing (leverage finance), agented syndicated secured financings (cash flow or asset-based), fund finance, and/or healthcare financings(link removed)>
- Strong working knowledge of Article 9 of the UCC(link removed)>
- Background in intercreditor agreements and agreements among lenders is a plus(link removed)>
- Superior drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Desire for meaningful client contact and hands-on deal work.
- Large law firm or commercial finance boutique experience highly preferred(link removed)>
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent financial institutions, private equity sponsors, and corporate borrowers in a variety of commercial finance transactions(link removed)>
- Structure, negotiate, and draft loan agreements, security agreements, and other financing documents.
- Advise clients on secured lending matters, including asset-based lending, cash flow financing, and fund finance.
- Work on complex intercreditor and lender agreements(link removed)>
- Collaborate with a high-performing team, including the Corporate Practice Group's and the Banking & Finance interdisciplinary team's leadership, on sophisticated finance matters.
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a well-established and growing Corporate Practice Group, working directly with experienced finance attorneys, including practice group leadership. The role offers high-level client interaction, complex and high-value transactions, and the ability to grow within a highly regarded law firm. The firm fosters a collegial environment where attorneys are encouraged to develop their skills and build strong client relationships. With a hybrid work schedule, this position offers flexibility while maintaining the benefits of in-office collaboration(link removed)>
The firm offers a competitive compensation package, with an annual salary range of $295,000$300,000, commensurate with experience and market factors. Additional commpensation includes discretionary bonuses, firm-sponsored incentive programs, and a comprehensive suite of employee benefits(link removed)>
Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample(link removed)>