Commercial Finance and Transactions Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Commercial Finance and Transactions Associate in Midland, MI. This role involves structuring, negotiating, and documenting complex financial and commercial agreements, and representing clients in related legal matters.

Duties

• Provide legal advice on commercial finance and lending matters, including acquisition finance and asset-based lending.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations in financial transactions.
• Conduct due diligence investigations for financial transactions.
• Draft and negotiate financial and commercial agreements.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in commercial lending and finance.
• Strong research, drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Admission in good standing to at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Licensed or willing to become licensed in Michigan.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including prolonged sitting/standing and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Research and drafting.
• Negotiation and problem-solving.
• Communication and collaboration.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Firm-provided life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401k with employer contribution or match.
• Firm holidays.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.

This Michigan-based law firm provides a broad range of legal services to clients and is one of the most successful and largest law firms in the state. Its key practice areas include advertising and marketing law, information technology transactions, business and corporate services, labor and employment law, litigation and dispute resolution, and employee benefits and executive compensation. The firm has offices in 9 Michigan locations including Detroit and Grand Rapids.