Direct Counsel
Finance & Restructuring Associate Attorney Corporate Finance
Direct Counsel, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
Job Description
Job Description
Finance & Restructuring Associate Attorney – Corporate Finance (3–6 Years)
Direct Counsel is seeking a
Finance & Restructuring Associate Attorney
to join a nationally recognized law firm with openings in multiple major markets, including Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Des Moines, Florham Park, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City, Philadelphia, Princeton, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. About the Role The position sits within the firm's Finance & Restructuring practice and is ideal for attorneys with
three to six years of corporate finance experience . Candidates should have experience working with financial institutions, private credit lenders, or borrowers in finance transactions. Key Experience Sought Loan originations and real estate financings
Drafting loan agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related documents
Advising on covenant compliance
Leading due diligence teams
Coordinating with specialists
Managing transactions with minimal supervision
Candidate Profile 3–6 years of relevant law firm experience
Strong drafting and transactional skills
Excellent writing ability and academic credentials
Ability to balance multiple matters independently
Compensation & Structure Anticipated salary range:
$180,000 – $315,000 , depending on location and experience
Hybrid work model:
three days in office per week
Comprehensive benefits, including bonuses, insurance, and 401(k)
This opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated finance and restructuring work for financial institutions, private companies, and private credit clients.
Job Description
Finance & Restructuring Associate Attorney – Corporate Finance (3–6 Years)
Direct Counsel is seeking a
Finance & Restructuring Associate Attorney
to join a nationally recognized law firm with openings in multiple major markets, including Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Des Moines, Florham Park, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City, Philadelphia, Princeton, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. About the Role The position sits within the firm's Finance & Restructuring practice and is ideal for attorneys with
three to six years of corporate finance experience . Candidates should have experience working with financial institutions, private credit lenders, or borrowers in finance transactions. Key Experience Sought Loan originations and real estate financings
Drafting loan agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related documents
Advising on covenant compliance
Leading due diligence teams
Coordinating with specialists
Managing transactions with minimal supervision
Candidate Profile 3–6 years of relevant law firm experience
Strong drafting and transactional skills
Excellent writing ability and academic credentials
Ability to balance multiple matters independently
Compensation & Structure Anticipated salary range:
$180,000 – $315,000 , depending on location and experience
Hybrid work model:
three days in office per week
Comprehensive benefits, including bonuses, insurance, and 401(k)
This opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated finance and restructuring work for financial institutions, private companies, and private credit clients.