Mid-Level Debt Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, CA, is seeking a Mid-Level Debt Finance Associate Attorney with 5-7 years of relevant experience to join their team. The ideal candidate from nationally recognized schools will have a strong academic background and must be admitted to practice in the District of Columbia. The role involves handling upmarket bilateral, syndicated, and sponsor-backed deals for banks and private credit funds.

Duties:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently and responsively.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work products.
• Successfully meet deadlines and expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as:
  • Working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing.
  • Participating in digital/virtual conference calls.
  • Participating in meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of experience handling upmarket bilateral, syndicated, and sponsor-backed deals for banks and private credit funds.
• Strong academic background from nationally recognized schools.
• Admitted to practice in the District of Columbia.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in the District of Columbia.

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Time management and organization skills.
• Proficiency in relevant legal software and tools.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.