Leveraged Finance Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Leveraged Finance Associate in Tysons Corner, VA. The firm offers a dynamic practice environment with exposure to a wide range of financial transactions, representing financial institutions, private equity sponsors, borrowers, and private credit lenders.

Duties

• Represent borrowers, banks, and private credit lenders in commercial senior secured financings.
• Advise on acquisition finance and private equity-backed transactions.
• Draft and negotiate credit agreements, security agreements, guaranty agreements, and related documentation.
• Handle project financings and mezzanine debt issuances.
• Counsel clients on distressed credit situations and restructuring matters.
• Advise on UCC Article 9 matters.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to deliver comprehensive counsel to clients.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in leveraged finance transactions at a law firm or in-house at a financial institution.
• Experience representing both lenders and borrowers in various financing matters.
• Familiarity with acquisition finance, private equity-backed transactions, and private credit.
• Experience with credit agreements, security agreements, guaranty agreements, and UCC Article 9.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing and drafting skills.
• Licensed to practice law in Virginia, or eligible for admission in Virginia.
• General corporate law experience is a plus but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Virginia.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work directly with senior partners and leaders.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide array of clients and financial transactions.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306