Finance Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Finance Associate Attorney for their Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will have a combination of project finance and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) experience. Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is preferred but not required. This role involves managing complex finance transactions, providing legal advice on financial and M&A matters, and ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and execute a variety of finance-related legal matters, including project finance transactions, M&A deals, and structured finance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, loan agreements, acquisition agreements, and other financial documents.
• Provide strategic legal counsel on financial structuring, regulatory issues, and risk management for both project finance and M&A transactions.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and legal analysis to support transaction execution.
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external advisors to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
• Oversee and manage the legal aspects of transactions from start to finish, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, legal developments, and regulatory changes related to finance and M&A.
• Support senior attorneys on complex transactions and lead smaller deals independently.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Washington, DC, or eligibility for admission to the DC Bar.
• 2+ years of experience in finance law, with significant exposure to project finance and M&A.
• Experience working in a law firm setting is preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is a plus, but not required.
• Strong understanding of finance law, including project finance, M&A, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to handle complex transactions and provide effective legal advice.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities, with a focus on managing client relationships.
• Capacity to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive, team-oriented, and able to work independently when needed.
• Practical, business-focused approach to resolving legal issues.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

Certifications

• Admission to the Washington, DC Bar (required).
• Additional certifications in finance law or related areas are advantageous but not mandatory.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong academic performance is essential.

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