Finance Associate Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Finance Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of finance experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance transactions, with expertise in Article 9 of the UCC, syndicated, and middle-market lending transactions. Experience representing both lenders and borrowers in workouts is highly valued. The candidate should possess exceptional analytical, organizational, and writing skills, with a proven ability to lead transactional documentation and closings. Georgia Bar membership is preferred.

Duties:

• Lead and assist in finance transactions, focusing on Article 9 of the UCC, syndicated, and middle-market lending transactions.
• Represent both lenders and borrowers in workouts, providing comprehensive legal counsel.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to finance transactions.
• Draft and review transactional documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and clients to develop and execute legal strategies.
• Provide legal advice and support to clients on finance-related matters.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Georgia, with Georgia Bar membership preferred.
• 3-5 years of finance law experience, focusing on finance transactions.
• Strong academic record demonstrating excellence in law school coursework.
• Experience leading transactional documentation and closings.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Georgia, with Georgia Bar membership preferred.

Skills:

• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and writing skills.
• Proficiency in finance law, with expertise in Article 9 of the UCC.
• Experience in syndicated lending transactions and middle-market lending transactions.
• Ability to lead transactional documentation and closings.
• Strong legal research and analysis skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate with colleagues and clients effectively.

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