Associate Attorney needed for Dallas office

A law firm in Dallas is actively seeking an experienced Associate Attorney for its Financial Markets practice. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of experience and a strong background in representing lenders and borrowers in complex leveraged finance and asset-based lending transactions, including RBL financing. The role requires the ability to assume high-level structuring, drafting, and deal management responsibilities, coupled with a comfort level for significant client interaction within a collaborative team environment.

Duties:

• Represent lenders and borrowers in complex leveraged finance transactions.
• Handle asset-based lending transactions, including RBL financing.
• Assume high-level structuring, drafting, and deal management responsibilities.
• Provide legal advice on financial market matters.
• Engage in significant client interaction to understand and address client needs.
• Collaborate effectively within a team to achieve client objectives.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in large firm settings.
• Experience in representing lenders and borrowers in leveraged finance and asset-based lending.
• Knowledge of RBL financing.
• Comfortable assuming high-level structuring, drafting, and deal management responsibilities.
• Strong desire for significant client interaction and teamwork.

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Extensive experience in leveraged finance and asset-based lending transactions.
• Strong structuring, drafting, and deal management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Comfortable with significant client interaction.
• Detail-oriented and organized approach to legal responsibilities.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.