Finance Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm in Novi, MI, is seeking a highly experienced finance attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 6-15 years of significant experience in finance matters and a demonstrated ability to lead transactions in a first-chair capacity. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of both lender and borrower side work, including loan documentation and due diligence. Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating credit agreements and related loan documents is essential. A portable business book with proven business development capabilities and an entrepreneurial mindset is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead finance transactions from inception to completion, acting in a first-chair capacity.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on complex financial transactions, including loan structuring and documentation.
• Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements, loan documents, and other financial contracts.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on financial transactions and loan documentation.
• Represent clients effectively in negotiations and provide strategic legal solutions.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining high responsiveness.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, demonstrating exceptional customer service skills.
• Contribute to the firm’s business development efforts and growth strategies.

Requirements

• 6-15 years of significant experience in finance law.
• Demonstrated ability to lead transactions as the primary attorney (first chair experience preferred).
• Comprehensive understanding of lender and borrower side work, loan documentation, and due diligence.
• Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating credit agreements and related loan documents.
• A portable book of business is preferred.
• Proven business development capabilities with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Admission to the Michigan Bar is required.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Michigan Bar.

Skills

• Strong leadership and transaction management skills.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Outstanding client service and communication skills.
• Business development and entrepreneurial abilities.

This premier law firm is a full-service provider of legal counsel, highly values diversity and inclusivity. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Chambers USA, and The Best Lawyers in America as one of the best law firms in the USA. This firm values flexibility and work/ life balance. The work atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and encouraging, but also challenging. The firm values its attorneys and provides support and opportunities that help them create a successful career. The benefits of this firm include 401(k) plan, paid Bar Association fees, expense account for business, development purposes, medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, parking, all needed technology, and more. The requires a minimum total of 2,000 billable hours per year. This firm commitment to society includes financial contributions to a mixture of organizations, pro bono services, helping schools in their educational programs. The firms invest in outside of work experiences, such as summer picnics, holidays, birthday celebrations, and other spontaneous events.