Corporate Trust Finance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate Trust Finance Associate to join their Finance & Banking Practice Group in Chicago, IL. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, focusing on structured finance transactions.

Duties

• Represent trustees and collateral agents in structured finance transactions.
• Provide legal advice and support on structured finance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver high-quality legal services.

Requirements

• One to five years of structured finance experience.
• Experience representing trustees and/or collateral agents preferred.
• Strong work ethic and effective communication skills.
• Licensed and in good standing in the state of practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar admission.

Skills

• Interest in finance or accounting is advantageous.
• Demonstrated success in legal practice.

Benefits

• Support for professional growth and development.

This is a branch office of an exciting national law firm with nationwide litigation practice in general trial and appellate practice before state and federal courts, insurance coverage litigation and counseling, directors and officers liability, professional liability, environmental/mass tort coverage, white collar criminal defense, real estate and golf course development, biotech, and general business counseling. The Chicago office is focused on insurance coverage litigation and counseling for clients in Chicago and the Midwest. The lawyers of this small office seem to truly enjoy working together. The hours are manageable, and the compensation is above average. Associates must have a strong interest in insurance matters. The firm hires from both regional and national law schools.