Experienced UCC Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Experienced UCC Attorney to join the Global Finance team in New York. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Article 9 and have at least 10 years of relevant legal experience.

Duties

• Advise on all matters relating to the UCC and commercial finance, including transaction structuring.
• Review transactional documents.
• Focus on collateral and intercreditor issues in various financing transactions.
• Advise on collateral matters concerning personal property under Article 9 and other statutes.
• Advise debtors and lenders in restructurings and insolvency proceedings.
• Advise on third-party opinion letters and contract law matters.

Requirements

• Outstanding academic credentials.
• Law firm experience required.
• Admitted to practice and in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Deep understanding of Article 9 of the UCC.
• Strong analytical and advisory skills.
• Proficiency in contract drafting and review.

Benefits

• Reduced hours expectation of 1600 hours/year.

Lauded as an excellent firm for which to work, this firm has been cited as a top firm for minority and diversity hiring. In the same vein, the firm is praised for its open culture and the wonderful individuals who make it up. Throughout its history, the firm has featured excellent real estate, business, litigation, tax, and employment practices, with the latter being an especially strong suit. With its origins in Los Angeles, the firm has offices across the world and industry-leading clients from over 80 countries, but has not lost its open and friendly culture.