About the Role:

Lateral Link is assisting a prestigious national law firm in Chicago in its search for a mid-senior level Associate Attorney for its nationally-ranked Banking & Finance team. This is a coveted, highly-selective opportunity to work in a preeminent group that provides substantive responsibility and strong hands-on training and mentorship from the get go, along with top of the market compensation and benefits, a flexible work environment, and a clear, attainable path to partnership.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidate will come from an AmLaw 200 Law firm and have 2-7 years of transactional experience handling secured and unsecured lending transactions, including fund financings, acquisition financings, leveraged finance/private credit deals, bridge loans, and domestic and cross-border syndicated and bi-lateral financings. A license to practice law in the U.S. and at least 2 years of post-JD experience at a sophisticated law firm are required. Please note: litigators will not be accepted for this role.

Pay range and compensation package:

$260,000-$420,000 base plus $30,000-$105,000+ bonus (DOE) and full benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you meet these qualifications, please submit your resume here or reach out directly to