Commercial Finance Associate Attorney

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Commercial Finance Associate Attorney / Mid-Level
Location: Chicago, IL
Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a talented Mid-Level Commercial Finance Associate Attorney to join its growing Corporate Practice Group in Chicago .
Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Bar Admission in Illinois or the ability to become IL barred by start of employment is required.
• 5+ years of substantive law firm experience in commercial finance transactions.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: acquisition financing (leverage finance), agented syndicated secured financings (cash flow or asset-based), fund finance, and/or healthcare financings.
• Strong working knowledge of Article 9 of the UCC.
• Background in intercreditor agreements and agreements among lenders is a plus.
• Superior drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Desire for meaningful client contact and hands-on deal work.
• Large law firm or commercial finance boutique experience highly preferred.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Represent financial institutions, private equity sponsors, and corporate borrowers in a variety of commercial finance transactions.
• Structure, negotiate, and draft loan agreements, security agreements, and other financing documents.
• Advise clients on secured lending matters, including asset-based lending, cash flow financing, and fund finance.
• Work on complex intercreditor and lender agreements.
• Collaborate with a high-performing team, including the Corporate Practice Group's and the Banking & Finance interdisciplinary team's leadership, on sophisticated finance matters.
  

Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a well-established and growing Corporate Practice Group , working directly with experienced finance attorneys, including practice group leadership. The role offers high-level client interaction , complex and high-value transactions , and the ability to grow within a highly regarded law firm. The firm fosters a collegial environment where attorneys are encouraged to develop their skills and build strong client relationships. With a hybrid work schedule, this position offers flexibility while maintaining the benefits of in-office collaboration .
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Compensation : includes an annual salary range of $295,000–$300,000 , commensurate with experience and market factors, as well as eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
Comprehensive Benefits Package : includes medical, dental, life, disability, and vision insurance, parental leave, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, PTO, emergency childcare, 401(k)/retirement plans, and additional perks.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and a writing sample .
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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