About the Position:
Our client, an elite Am Law 50 firm, has an active need for a finance lawyer with substantial acquisitions finance experience to join its growing practice as an associate or of counsel (title dependent on experience) in Chicago. This sophisticated and robust practice has a global reach and its clients consist of many high-profile private credit funds, banks, asset managers, and corporations.

Highlights:
· Practice consistently ranked and recognized for its complex financing transactions handled in the U.S. and around the world
· Ranked as a Best Law Firm to Work For
· Recognized as a top firm for Associate Satisfaction, Quality of Life, and Career Development
· Position provides opportunities for direct client contact and business development participation/training

Responsibilities:
· Represent investment banks, funds, other financial institutions, and corporate borrowers in acquisition financings
· Handle a range of lending transactions, including investment grade, leveraged cash-flow, and asset-based syndicated credit facilities
· Structure, negotiate, and document financing arrangements

Required Qualifications:
· 7+ years of banking/finance transactions experience, including strong experience with acquisition financing
· Large law firm experience
· Top academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $435,000 – $450,000.