Finance - General Attorney in Denver, CO

Law Firm

Denver, CO

Finance - General Attorney in Denver, CO

Attorney

4-6 yrs required

No

Job Title: Finance Associate Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
The Finance Associate Attorney will be part of the Banking and Financial Services division within the Denver office. The primary responsibilities include representing lenders and borrowers in financing transactions. This involves drafting and negotiating credit agreements, security agreements, other collateral documents, and closing documentation. The attorney will work closely with commercial banks, Farm Credit System institutions, community banks, private equity sponsors, family offices, and other nontraditional lenders, as well as public and private companies. The role requires a high level of collaboration and teamwork.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must have 4-6 years of relevant experience in representing lenders and borrowers in financing transactions. A high level of academic achievement is necessary, along with significant law firm experience. Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills are required. Candidates must possess an active license to practice law in Colorado or have the ability to waive into practice in the state.

Salary Information:
The associate compensation structure includes two components: a base salary and a discretionary merit bonus based on performance. The base salary is structured around an 1850 billable hour target, with the salary range for this role being $205,000 to $225,000.

Additional Information:
The law firm offers a robust mentorship program where each associate is paired with a partner mentor and an associate mentor. The firm emphasizes professional development and provides benefits like a hybrid work model and a nationally-recognized pro bono program. Competitive and affordable health and wellness benefits are offered, including medical, dental, and vision health plans, medical savings accounts, life insurance, disability benefits, and generous paid time off. Additional benefits include paid bar dues, approved bar association memberships, CLE expenses, and excellent work-life programs.

The law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. They conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment. The firm is a federal contractor and gathers information for statistical reporting and to measure the effectiveness of their EEO outreach efforts. They ensure that applicants with disabilities receive necessary accommodations during the application process.

Applicants are required to certify the truthfulness of the information provided in their application. If employed, they must provide documentation proving legal authorization to work in the United States. Employees who have access to compensation information as part of their job functions must keep it confidential unless disclosure is legally required.