Finance Attorney

Tucker Ellis LLP•Chicago, IL

2h•$235,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tucker Ellis LLP is seeking an experienced Finance Attorney to join our growing Finance practice group in our Chicago office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated financing transactions in a collaborative, client-focused environment that values both professional growth and work-life balance. As our finance practice continues to expand in Chicago and across the Midwest, we are seeking a talented attorney with strong experience in commercial finance and/or real estate finance transactions. Ideal candidates will have experience representing lenders, borrowers, developers, or investors in complex financing matters, along with a modest portable book of business. We are seeking candidates who bring strong client relationships that can be further developed and expanded within the firm’s platform. This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic and entrepreneurial team with the support and resources of an Am Law 200 firm.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Minimum of 7 years of experience in commercial finance, banking, lending, and/or real estate finance transactions
Modest portable book of business preferred, with established client relationships that present opportunities for continued growth
Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to manage complex transactions independently and efficiently
Admission to practice in Illinois (or ability to waive in)

Responsibilities

Represent financial institutions, private lenders, borrowers, developers, and investors in a wide range of financing transactions, including secured and unsecured credit facilities and real estate financings
Draft, review, and negotiate loan agreements, credit agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documents
Advise clients on acquisition financing, asset-based lending, real estate finance, and general corporate lending matters
Conduct and manage due diligence, including review of corporate structure, collateral, title, and regulatory considerations
Collaborate with attorneys across complementary practice areas, including corporate, real estate, tax, and restructuring
Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to clients in fast-paced transactional environments
Participate in client development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of the firm’s finance and real estate capabilities in the Chicago market