Chicago | Hybrid

Finance Transactions Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $420,000

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Finance Transactions Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing lenders, borrowers, private equity sponsors, and other financial institutions in sophisticated commercial finance transactions.

Ideal Background

• 4–6 years of commercial finance, banking, or secured lending experience gained at a law firm

• Experience representing lenders, borrowers, private equity sponsors, and/or financial institutions in sophisticated financing transactions

• Experience handling secured lending transactions, syndicated credit facilities, acquisition financings, and other commercial finance matters

• Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documentation

• Working knowledge of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code and secured lending concepts

• Experience managing transaction workstreams and coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, and other advisors

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work directly with clients and assume significant responsibility

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated national finance platform

✅ Representation of premier lenders, borrowers, and private equity sponsors

✅ Exposure to complex secured lending and acquisition financing transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative and team-oriented environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174