Leveraged and Acquisition Finance Associate Attorney

1-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Richmond is seeking a Leveraged and Acquisition Finance Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate should have experience in financing and investment transactions, including acquisition finance and private equity-backed transactions.

Job Overview:

The Leveraged and Acquisition Finance Associate Attorney will handle a wide range of financing and investment transactions, including acquisition finance and private equity-backed transactions. They will work as part of a dynamic transactional team representing lenders, borrowers, and sponsors.

Duties:

• Handle financing and investment transactions, including acquisition finance and private equity-backed transactions.
• Represent borrowers, banks, and private credit lenders in commercial senior secured financings and mezzanine debt issuances.
• Counsel clients on credit agreements, security agreements, guaranty agreements, distressed credit situations, and UCC Article 9 matters.
• Work collaboratively as a member of a transactional team.
• Conduct legal research and writing.
• Draft legal documents, including credit agreements and security agreements.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in leveraged and acquisition finance transactions.
• Experience in general corporate law is a plus.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing/drafting skills.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed to practice in Virginia.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Virginia Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Experience in leveraged and acquisition finance transactions.
• Strong understanding of financing and investment principles.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

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