Corporate Trust Associate

Job Overview

A prominent national law firm is seeking a Corporate Trust Associate Attorney to join its Finance & Restructuring practice group. This hybrid-role position is ideal for candidates with 2–4 years of transactional legal experience who are interested in representing financial institutions and corporate trust clients in a broad array of transactions. Matters may include structured finance (RMBS, CMBS, ABS), municipal and corporate debt issuances, finance facilities, and document custody arrangements. This opportunity offers involvement in high-value, sophisticated deals across a diverse client base.

Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties

• Represent financial institutions and trust companies in complex corporate trust transactions

• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of transactional documents, including:

  • Trust indentures

  • Loan agreements

  • Account control and custodial agreements

  • Pooling and servicing agreements

  • Agency, disbursement, master services, and NDA documents

• Provide counsel on structured finance, corporate and municipal debt, and other financing arrangements

• Manage multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines

• Work closely with a collaborative legal team and interface directly with clients

Requirements

• 2–4 years of transactional experience in finance, structured products, or related corporate matters

• Strong background in reviewing and negotiating commercial and financial contracts

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and transactions

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Client-focused mindset with responsiveness and professionalism

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

• Strong academic performance preferred

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the relevant state or eligible for prompt admission

Skills

• Excellent legal drafting and contract negotiation abilities

• Proficient in managing timelines and multitasking across projects

• Clear, persuasive communicator with strong client service skills

• Ability to work independently and in collaborative team settings

• Detail-oriented with sound business and legal judgment

Benefits

• Eligibility for productivity and discretionary performance bonuses

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health, dental, life, accident, and disability insurance

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan

  • Flexible hybrid work policy

  • CLE and bar dues covered by the firm

  • Additional wellness, commuter, and professional support benefits

This law firm was founded over a century ago and provides legal solutions to organizations with their business needs. Their areas of practice include tax, international, construction, corporate, insurance, intellectual property, retail, and more. The firm is located in California.