Banking & Finance Associate

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm is actively seeking an Associate Attorney to join its nationally recognized Banking & Finance practice. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 6 years of law firm experience representing lenders and borrowers in a wide array of financing transactions. This opportunity offers the chance to work on private credit, syndicated loans, and growth capital financings across both domestic and international markets.

Location:

• Washington, DC

Duties:

• Represent borrowers and lenders in a variety of complex financing transactions

• Handle private credit deals, syndicated credit facilities, and growth capital investments

• Draft and negotiate financing documentation and related legal agreements

• Coordinate with cross-office legal teams on both U.S. and international deals

• Deliver high-quality legal counsel aligned with client business objectives

• Maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams

Requirements:

• 2 to 6 years of relevant experience at a law firm in banking and finance matters

• Proven ability to manage sophisticated financing deals and related documentation

• Strong client service mindset and professional communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams

• Must be a member of the Bar in at least one U.S. state

• Must meet the practice requirements of the applicable jurisdiction

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active member in good standing of a U.S. state bar

• Eligibility to practice law in the office location or jurisdiction of employment

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of lending structures and financing instruments

• Advanced drafting and negotiation capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

• Collaborative mindset and strong team orientation

• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence

Benefits:

• Additional Compensation:

• • Annual discretionary merit bonus based on firm and individual performance

• Elective Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Mental health and wellness support

  • Child, family, elder, and pet care assistance

  • Short- and long-term disability insurance

  • Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA)

  • Long-term care insurance

  • 401(k) retirement savings program

• Paid Time Off:

  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy

  • Generous paid parental leave

  • Paid holidays

• Additional Support:

  • Comprehensive training, mentoring, and integration programs

  • Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities

This Silicon Valley firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: intellectual property, corporate, and labor & employment. The firm's intellectual property practice is both rapidly expanding and exceptionally solid; the firm's intellectual property attorneys have extensive experience in state, federal, and international litigation, as well as licensing, litigation avoidance and other matters across the complete spectrum of intellectual property issues. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a sizable bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.