Our client is seeking a mid-level attorney to join its finance group’s structured finance subgroup in Washington, DC. The work calls for at least four years of experience in structured finance, securitization and/or CLO matters, with involvement in complex transactions from initial analysis and documentation through execution, closing, and post-closing. The opportunity is also available in New York, Los Angeles, Boston, and Chicago.
The Work
- Manage and support complex finance and transactional matters from inception through closing and post-closing, helping move workstreams forward and meet deal timelines.
- Conduct legal due diligence, assess findings, identify legal and business risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, contracts, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
- Support structured finance, securitization, and CLO matters, contributing to transaction structuring and advice on legal, regulatory, business, and operational considerations.
- Participate in negotiations and coordinate communications among clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate transaction closings, including documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
- Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals across practices and offices to deliver integrated support on domestic and cross-border matters.
What You Bring
- At least four years of experience in structured finance, securitization and/or CLO matters.
- A J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in the jurisdiction of the office for which you are applying.
- Experience conducting legal research and analysis and communicating practical advice on complex legal and business issues.
- Strong drafting, review, and negotiation skills for transaction documents and related work product.
- Ability to analyze diligence findings, identify risks, and develop workable recommendations for clients.
- Experience coordinating deal timelines, workstreams, negotiations, or closings is relevant to the role.
- Experience at an AmLaw 100 law firm is preferred.
Why Consider It
This role offers involvement in sophisticated structured finance, securitization, and CLO work, with a broad view of transactions from early analysis through closing and post-closing.
Associates collaborate across practices and offices, build client-facing experience, and have access to ongoing professional development.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated hiring range is $310,000–$390,000, with medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), and a hybrid arrangement that may be available based on the hiring determination.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.