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Chicago, IL, United States

Mid-level Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Chicago, IL is seeking a Mid-level Associate Attorney to represent private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, as well as financial institutions involved in debt financing transactions. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in leverage finance transactions and a background in providing legal guidance to clients on structuring and executing complex financing deals. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-value transactions and support clients in risk mitigation and compliance while staying current on legal trends and industry developments.

Duties:

• Represent private equity sponsors, corporate borrowers, and financial institutions in a variety of debt financing transactions, including leverage finance transactions.
• Assist clients in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex financing deals.
• Draft and review a wide range of finance documents, including credit and service agreements, high-yield bond indentures, commitment letters, term sheets, security agreements, guarantee agreements, and inter-creditor and subordination agreements.
• Provide ongoing legal support to clients post-transaction, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards.
• Monitor and stay informed about relevant industry trends, legal developments, and regulatory changes to provide up-to-date counsel.
• Collaborate with internal teams and global counterparts to deliver comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar and in good standing.
• 4-5 years of experience in leverage finance transactions at a large law firm, representing private equity sponsors, corporate borrowers, and/or lenders.
• Strong experience in drafting and negotiating financing agreements and other related documents.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Illinois Bar (required).
• Any additional certifications related to finance law or transactional law (preferred but not required).

Skills:

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail in finance documents, including credit agreements and bond indentures.
• Ability to structure complex financial transactions and advise clients on compliance and risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and global environment.
• Strong academic background with demonstrated ability to manage sophisticated financial transactions.
• Proficiency in legal research, problem-solving, and providing strategic advice.

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