Associate

Debt Finance Attorney (1st–3rd Year), San Francisco

  • LocationSan Francisco, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience1–3 PQE
  • Compensation$225k–$260k
  • PracticeFinance & Banking, Corporate

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A leading international law firm is seeking junior Debt Finance attorneys to join its Finance & Banking practice in San Francisco. The role involves representing lenders, borrowers and private equity sponsors across a range of debt financing transactions.

The team handles secured lending, acquisition financing, and debt securities work, offering associates early hands-on involvement in closings, document drafting, and transaction management. You will work across multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

This is a strong platform for associates seeking broad leveraged finance exposure at a highly regarded global practice.

  • 1–3 years of experience representing lenders, borrowers and/or private equity sponsors in debt financing transactions
  • Working knowledge of secured lending transactions
  • Experience closing transactions and familiarity with drafting documents and issues lists
  • Preferred: familiarity with Article 9 of the UCC, acquisition financing (including commitment letters), and debt securities offerings (including high yield and/or convertible notes)
  • JD or equivalent and demonstrated high academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school
  • Training and development experience at a large law firm
  • Ability to manage multiple diverse projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail

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