Associate Attorney - Commercial Lending

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

For over a century, Chambliss has been more than just a law firmwe're a trusted partner to businesses, families and individuals across the Southeast and beyond. As a growing, mid-sized firm, we offer the sophisticated resources and diverse client base of a large firm with the collaborative culture and direct client access of a boutique practice. We are actively seeking an Associate Attorney to join our commercial lending practice. This position involved the opportunity to benefit from succession planning initiatives with respect to our established bank clients. A successful candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in commercial real estate lending, business lending and other financing transactions. Location: This role is based in our Chattanooga, TN office. Candidates must be willing to commute or relocate to be considered. However, the focus of this position will be to serve banking clients not only in the Chattanooga area, but also North Georgia and the Atlanta area. FLSA status: Exempt

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Active and in good standing with the Georgia Bar and willing to become licensed in Tennessee.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
At least 4 years of experience in commercial real estate lending, business lending and other financing transactions.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial loan documents including loan agreements, security deeds, promissory notes, security agreements, guaranties, and intercreditor agreements
Structure and document complex commercial lending transactions including senior and subordinated debt, construction loan agreements, revolving credit facilities, term loans, and asset-based loans
Coordinate multi-jurisdictional transactions and work with local counsel as needed
Conduct comprehensive due diligence on borrowers, collateral (both real and personal property), and corporate structures
Review and analyze UCC searches, title reports, corporate documents, and financial statements
Identify and assess legal risks associated with lending transactions
Ensure compliance with federal and state lending laws and regulations
Stay current on changes in banking regulations
Develop and update form documents and internal policies
Handle troubled loan situations, workouts, and restructurings
Collaborate with relationship managers, credit analysts, and underwriters