Corporate Finance Lending Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an attorney with 4-6 years of transactional experience for its Corporate Finance practice group in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will focus on financing transactions, representing lenders across various industries in acquisition financings, recapitalizations, and restructurings.

Duties

• Represent lenders in financing transactions.
• Engage in acquisition financings, recapitalizations, and restructurings.
• Collaborate with internal and external clients at all levels.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of transactional experience.
• Admission to practice in Illinois; New York admission preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Realistic path to partnership.
• Multiple mentoring opportunities.
• Direct partner and client access.
• Competitive billing expectations.
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities.
• Structured professional development opportunities.
• Dynamic and inclusive culture.

With over eight decades of experience in handling cases involving antitrust & trade regulations, public finance, healthcare, environmental law, and bankruptcy, this firm has racked up substantial legal victories for its numerous clients in a variety of industries, from automotive to energy and hospitality. The firm has achieved all of this through the application of tenacious advocacy skills, as well as comprehensive case reviews and insightful cost-effective strategy implementation to every individual case. Accordingly, it has earned the respect and trust of its clients. With offices across the US, the firm only hires the best legal talent available, and its recruits are trained in line with the latest industry standards of practice. It also offers several financial incentives and salary packages, and actively encourages a healthy work-life balance as it recognizes the need for lawyers to live pleasant, satisfying lives outside of the workplace.