Senior Banking and Financial Services Attorney

Job Overview

A highly respected law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with extensive experience in representing banks and institutional lenders. The role focuses on complex commercial lending transactions, including C&I, commercial real estate, and asset-based lending. The successful candidate must possess excellent legal acumen, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a strategic, detail-oriented approach.

Location

• Albany, NY

Duties

• Structure, negotiate, and document a wide range of commercial lending transactions

• Represent banks and institutional lenders in C&I, real estate, and asset-based financing deals

• Draft and review loan agreements and related documentation

• Coordinate closely with clients and internal legal teams on deal execution

• Manage and prioritize multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in banking and financial services law

• Significant background handling complex commercial lending transactions

• Ability to manage competing priorities with a strategic and detail-focused mindset

• Demonstrated experience with both borrower- and lender-side transactions is a plus

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in New York (required)

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex financial agreements

• Strategic thinking and attention to legal detail

• Strong interpersonal and client management skills

• Ability to multitask effectively and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a well-regarded team of finance and banking attorneys

• Inclusive and supportive work environment

• Equal opportunity employer with commitment to diversity and merit-based advancement

The principal law office is based in New York. A second office is located in Pennsylvania. Practice areas are comprehensive. Banking-finance, clean tech, environmental, health care, litigation, arbitration and mediation are some of their practice disciplines. A team of professional attorneys make up their law firm.