Finance Partner

7-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Finance Partner with a New York license in Banking and Finance law, possessing a decade of experience in handling intricate commercial lending transactions for both borrowers and lenders. The ideal candidate will be adept at negotiating, structuring, and documenting secured and unsecured financing transactions across various areas, including commercial mortgages, acquisition financings, asset-based financings, senior and mezzanine debt, subordinated debt, cross-border financings, and opinion letters. The firm offers competitive compensation and an extensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for seasoned finance attorneys.

Duties:

• Represent clients, including borrowers and lenders, in complex middle-market commercial lending transactions.
• Negotiate, structure, and document secured and unsecured financing transactions.
• Handle commercial mortgage transactions and acquisition financings.
• Manage asset-based financings and transactions involving senior, mezzanine, and subordinated debt.
• Oversee cross-border financings and provide opinion letters.

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed attorney in New York with expertise in Banking and Finance law.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the field.
• Proven track record of successfully representing clients in commercial lending transactions.
• Strong negotiation and documentation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial mortgages, acquisition financings, asset-based financings, senior and mezzanine debt, subordinated debt, cross-border financings, and opinion letters.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Certifications:

• Active New York State Bar membership.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal and analytical skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Thorough understanding of Banking and Finance law.
• Proficiency in structuring and documenting financing transactions.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a legal team.
• Cross-border transaction experience is a plus.

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