Finance Partner

A law firm in Albany, NY, is seeking a Finance Partner who is a New York licensed Banking and Finance attorney with a minimum of 10 years of experience in representing borrowers and lenders in sophisticated, middle-market commercial lending transactions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of negotiating, structuring, and documenting various secured and unsecured financing transactions, including commercial mortgage transactions, acquisition financings, asset-based financings, senior, mezzanine, and subordinated debt transactions, cross-border financings, and the issuance of opinion letters.

Duties:

• Provide expert legal counsel and representation to clients in complex banking and finance matters.
• Lead and manage a team of associates and paralegals in finance-related legal matters.
• Draft and review legal documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, and opinion letters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Negotiate and structure financing transactions to meet the unique needs of borrowers and lenders.
• Advise clients on risk assessment and mitigation in financial transactions.
• Collaborate with other practice areas within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active New York State Bar membership.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Banking and Finance attorney.
• Proven expertise in representing both borrowers and lenders in commercial lending transactions.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state banking and finance regulations.
• Exceptional negotiation and contract drafting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analysis skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Negotiation and deal structuring expertise.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of financial and banking regulations.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.

Benefits: The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Pension plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm.

This is one of the nation's oldest law firms that has a tradition of excellence and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. Their mission is to provide value to their clients through high-quality work, outstanding service, and attention to individual needs. The firm offers competitive salaries and practices in all major areas of the law, including litigation, business and banking, labor and employment, trusts and estates, and tax. There is a very friendly environment at this firm, for they aim to hire the same types of people whom they would choose to invite out for a cup of coffee or a glass of beer. Attorneys at this firm are well balanced and have passionate interests in politics, theater, and sports. They are the types of people who care about their communities and participate in them, and care about their families and friends and spend time with them. This firms success is greatly due to the types of people employed at this firm, for attorneys here have strong identities as people and realize that they cannot only to be defined by their legal practice. Their excellent record of pro bono work and community involvement is further evidence of their commitment to diversity, equality and justice, both in the workplace and in the communities where they live.