Associate

Debt Finance Attorney (1st–3rd Year) — Palo Alto

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

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A leading law firm seeks junior-level attorneys to join its busy Debt Finance practice in Palo Alto. The team represents lenders, borrowers and private equity sponsors across a wide range of debt financing transactions, offering hands-on deal exposure from the outset.

The role involves secured lending work, closing transactions, and drafting loan documents and issues lists. Attorneys work on multiple diverse projects simultaneously in a fast-paced practice, with strong support for professional development.

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, with a comprehensive elective and firm-paid benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, parental leave and fertility benefits, vacation, sick time and paid holidays.

  • 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 drafting documents and issues lists
  • Familiarity with Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code preferred
  • Exposure to acquisition financing (including commitment letters) and debt securities offerings (high yield and/or convertible notes) preferred
  • General corporate law knowledge helpful
  • JD (or equivalent) and strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school
  • Prior training and development experience at a large law firm
  • Ability to handle multiple diverse projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail

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