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Counsel - Leveraged Finance

Advocates Legal Recruiting
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/27/2025


Of Counsel – Leveraged Finance | New York, NY
Join a premier AmLaw 100 firm driving innovation in complex financial transactions

Our AmLaw 100 client, recognized globally for its bold legal strategies and high-caliber deal execution, is seeking an Of Counsel attorney to join its Leveraged Finance practice in New York City. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership-level role at a top firm known for its expansive platform, elite client base, and collaborative culture.

About the Role:
You’ll work alongside a high-growth, dynamic team advising top-tier lead arrangers, direct lenders, corporates, and issuers. The practice spans a wide spectrum of transactions including:

  • First lien, unitranche, stretch senior, second lien, and subordinated loans

  • ABL facilities, subscription, and NAV facilities

  • Structured equity investments and non-traditional preferred stock financings

  • Equity co-investments and debt capital markets transactions

The ideal candidate brings at least 9 years of leveraged finance or related transactional experience (private credit, structured finance, or fund finance). This is a front-facing, client-driven role with ample leadership responsibility and upward mobility.

What We’re Looking For:

  • JD from a top-tier law school

  • Admitted to practice in New York

  • Deep transactional experience from an AmLaw 100 firm

  • Strong business judgment and organizational skills

  • Ability to lead deal teams and mentor junior associates

  • Excellent communication and drafting abilities

Why You Should Apply:

  • High-impact work with market-leading financial institutions and private credit funds

  • Hybrid flexibility with a New York office base

  • Generous compensation in the $475,000 – $550,000 range, plus full benefits and discretionary bonus

  • Growth-oriented culture with significant partner and client exposure

This is a standout opportunity for attorneys ready to leverage their experience in a premier platform that prizes performance and collaboration.

Interested in learning more? Apply confidentially today or message us to discuss how this opportunity aligns with your career goals.


Salary : $475,000 - $550,000

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