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Finance - Banking Attorney in Lancaster, PA

Fulton Financial Corporation Jan 20,2020 Nov 18,2019 Location USA Lancaster PA
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In-House

Attorney

Finance - Banking

Min 10 yrs required

Profile

Senior Counsel - Commercial Banking The candidate will be responsible to supports internal lending personnel (such as commercial relationship managers, loan documentation and closing services staff, and others) in dealing with questions and issues as they arise in connection with the structuring, closing and administration of commercial loans. Drafts, reviews, revises and negotiates a variety of legal documents involving the interests of the Bank. Assists in various functions, including management of outside counsel, preparation and review of commercial lending documents, providing training to staff, as well as the management and supervision of one or more attorneys and paralegals. Works effectively with outside legal counsel and other outside parties (such as title and property insurance agencies) to promote the Bank’s business objectives. Works with others within the organization to develop and or modify practices and procedures to conform to applicable legal requirements and corporate policies. Provides timely legal advice and counsel to directors, officers and employees of the Corporation and the Bank, and demonstrates proficiency in conducting appropriate legal research in response to legal inquiries. Serves on or provides legal advice to various corporate committees and task forces. In consultation with the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel, exercises discretion in determining what (and how) legal work will be delegated to outside counsel. Keeps the General Counsel and or Deputy General Counsel, as well as other appropriate persons in the Corporation and Bank, apprised of the status of all legal matters being worked, whether in-house or assigned to outside counsel, and ensures that the required services are provided in a timely manner. Keeps abreast of applicable legislation, regulations and other legal developments affecting commercial lending.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must have Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school. 10+ years’ experience with a private law firm, with substantial experience in commercial lending and corporate finance matters consistent with the foregoing is necessary. Other relevant legal experience as an attorney in a law firm or an in-house legal department is essential. Should have general knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations affecting commercial lending, including corporate and securities law, federal and state banking law, commercial banking, contracts, the Uniform Commercial Code (the “UCC”), real estate law, insurance law, trusts and estates and taxation. Specific knowledge regarding secured commercial lending, with experience dealing with various types of collateral (such as real property collateral, UCC Article 9 collateral, and life insurance collateral), guarantees, financial covenants, co-lender relationships, construction lending, loan title insurance and property insurance is needed. Knowledge regarding typical legal structures employed by businesses and associated income tax concepts is must. Experience with interest rate swaps, foreign exchange, trade finance and cash management is desirable. Member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar is critical.

Additional info

Requisition ID: 2019-12482

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