Finance Attorney

We are looking for a skilled Finance Associate to join our dynamic Finance Practice in Stamford, Connecticut. The ideal candidate will bring 3–6 years of legal experience in corporate finance and demonstrate expertise in managing complex financing transactions for lenders and borrowers alike. This role requires a proactive individual with strong negotiation skills and the ability to provide strategic legal guidance on various financial structures.

Responsibilities:

• Represent financial institutions, private lenders, private equity sponsors, and borrowers in financing transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate credit and loan agreements, note purchase agreements, security agreements, intercreditor agreements, guarantees, and related ancillary documents
• Advise clients on lending structures (including secured facilities, collateral packages, and perfection issues)
• Manage deal execution from term sheet through closing, including coordinating conditions precedent and closing deliverables
• Work closely with clients, opposing counsel, local counsel and internal teams to ensure efficient transaction execution
• Provide guidance on mezzanine and second lien financings, subordinated debt structures, and intercreditor arrangements
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals
• Handle ongoing client matters, (e.g. amendments, waivers, refinancings, and restructurings)

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in finance law at a reputable law firm.
• Demonstrated expertise in senior secured lending transactions; experience with mezzanine finance is a plus.
• Comprehensive knowledge of loan documentation, collateral structures, and perfection requirements.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Proven capacity to manage multiple deals and deadlines independently.
• Client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.
• Collaborative and solutions-oriented approach to teamwork and problem-solving.