Lateral Associate - Corporate Finance

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a lateral associate to join their Finance team in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have experience in debt finance and a background in private equity acquisition finance. Familiarity with oil and gas transactions is preferred, and representation of borrowers is valued.

Duties

• Collaborate with the Finance team on various transactions.
• Advise clients on debt finance matters.
• Engage in private equity acquisition finance projects.
• Participate in oil and gas-related transactions.

Requirements

• Experience in debt finance at a peer firm.
• Background in private equity acquisition finance preferred.
• Familiarity with oil and gas transactions is advantageous.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health care coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid days off, including sick and vacation time.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

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