We are looking for a junior associate to join our Commercial Finance Group in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience, preferably with a finance practice at an Am Law 100 or 200 firm. Candidates should have experience with secured lending transactions and familiarity with UCC Article 9. Experience representing lenders and borrowers in middle market financing transactions is highly preferred. The ideal candidate will also have strong drafting, organizational, analytical, and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively. Candidates should also be licensed to practice in California.
Buchalter’s Commercial Finance attorneys represent a broad range of lenders and borrowers in sophisticated commercial lending and corporate finance transactions. Our clients include commercial banks, commercial finance companies, private debt and private equity groups, investors and other lenders, as well as borrowers across a variety of industries. The group handles financing transactions ranging from middle market to investment grade credits and works across a wide range of debt financing structures, including senior secured and syndicated credit facilities, asset based loans, acquisition financings, working capital facilities, leveraged loans, and other commercial lending transactions.
This position provides an opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated financing matters while developing a strong foundation in commercial finance. The associate will assist with drafting and reviewing financing documents, conducting due diligence, coordinating transaction closings, and supporting attorneys throughout all stages of a financing transaction. We are looking for someone who is detail oriented, organized, responsive, and interested in continuing to develop their commercial finance practice.
A career at Buchalter is an opportunity to do exciting work with a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm. We value an energizing and supportive environment that promotes success for our clients and each other.
Compensation: The reasonably expected pay scale for this position is $160 - 220k per year. This is an employer estimate and the salary offered within that range will depend on the candidate’s years of practice, relevant experience, and performance. Additionally, this position is eligible for annual performance bonuses based on productivity.
Benefits: Employees and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in Buchalter’s 401(k) plan.
Buchalter was founded based on principles of inclusivity. Our Firm’s commitment to reflecting and enhancing the rich diversity of the clients and communities we serve is more than eight decades strong. Buchalter’s diversity of attorneys and staff provides clients with a greater breadth of creative talent and alternative approaches, and enriches our firm’s collaborative, entrepreneurial and collegial environment, benefiting all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In recruiting, we welcome the unique contributions that all candidates can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, writing sample and transcript using the link below.
Buchalter Los Angeles, California, USA Office
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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