Mid-Level Fund/Leveraged Finance Associate Attorney

Practice Area: Finance - Banking ,Finance - General, Job Type: Attorney,

Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 3 Years, A law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Mid-Level Fund/Leveraged Finance Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in secured and unsecured lending transactions, specializing in fund financings, acquisition financings, leveraged finance deals, bridge loans, and other complex domestic and cross-border syndicated and bi-lateral financings. The ideal candidate should possess strong law school academic credentials and relevant, sophisticated law firm and transaction experience in fund finance and leverage finance/private credit.Duties:Provide legal advice and support in fund financings, acquisition financings, leveraged finance deals, bridge loans, and other complex lending transactions.Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, and ancillary documentation.Conduct legal research, analyze case law, and provide recommendations on complex legal issues related to lending transactions.Collaborate with clients, partners, and other team members to develop and implement legal strategies.Manage and oversee due diligence processes, including the review of financial statements and legal documentation.Assist in the structuring and execution of financing transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.Requirements:3-6 years of legal experience in secured and unsecured lending transactions.Strong experience in fund finance and leverage finance/private credit.Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligibility for admission by motion).Excellent communication and legal drafting skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.Education:Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.Active and in good standing with the Illinois Bar Association.Certifications:Admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligibility for admission by motion).Skills:Proficiency in legal research and analysis.Strong negotiation skills.Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws and regulations.Familiarity with financial and lending industry standards.Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. The longstanding Midwest law office opened one-hundred and thirty-one years ago. Areas of expertise include finance, corporate, and litigation law. A sizable group of accomplished attorneys comprise the Midwest law practice. Attorneys are involved in a variety of civic, and professional undertakings year long. Besides, they're dedicated to pro-bono work.