Commercial Finance Associate Attorney / Mid-Level
Location: Chicago, ILOur 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 .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 .Strong working knowledge of
Article 9
of the
UCC .Background in
intercreditor agreements
and
agreements among lenders
is a
plus .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 .Key Responsibilities:
Represent financial institutions ,
private equity sponsors , and
corporate borrowers
in a variety of
commercial finance transactions .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 .Collaborate with a high-performing team, including the Corporate
Practice Group's
andthe
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 .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 .Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and a writing sample .
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