Leveraged Finance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Leveraged Finance Associate in Richmond, VA. The firm offers a dynamic practice environment with exposure to a wide range of financial transactions, representing financial institutions, private equity sponsors, borrowers, and private credit lenders.

Duties

• Represent borrowers, banks, and private credit lenders in commercial senior secured financings.
• Advise on acquisition finance and private equity-backed transactions.
• Draft and negotiate credit agreements, security agreements, guaranty agreements, and related documentation.
• Handle project financings and mezzanine debt issuances.
• Counsel clients on distressed credit situations and restructuring matters.
• Advise on UCC Article 9 matters.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to deliver comprehensive counsel to clients.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in leveraged finance transactions at a law firm or in-house at a financial institution.
• Experience representing both lenders and borrowers in various financing matters.
• Familiarity with acquisition finance, private equity-backed transactions, and private credit.
• Experience with credit agreements, security agreements, guaranty agreements, and UCC Article 9.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing and drafting skills.
• Licensed to practice law in Virginia, or eligible for admission in Virginia.
• General corporate law experience is a plus but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Virginia.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work directly with senior partners and leaders.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide array of clients and financial transactions.

Established towards the mid-twentieth century, this reputed Virginia-based law firm has two offices in the state. Some of its main areas of concentration are business law, litigation, and real estate law. This law practice employs a fairly large group of seasoned attorneys and a highly qualified professional support team. Community service and pro-bono work as well as programs for women are supported at the firm.