Leveraged Finance Associate (Multi City)

DLA Piper•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$235,000 - $310,000•Hybrid

About The Position

DLA Piper is seeking a finance associate with a focus on Private Credit and Fund Finance transactions to join its Leveraged Finance subgroup. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in fund finance, private credit, leveraged finance, debt capital markets, and/or structured finance. Our clients are primarily lead arrangers, direct lenders, sub line lenders and NAV lenders, but we also work with borrowers, issuers and corporates. This position is open to our New York and Los Angeles offices.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in fund finance, private credit, leveraged finance, debt capital markets, and/or structured finance.
JD Degree from an accredited law school.
Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing.
Minimum 2 years of leverage finance experience.
Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm and experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Good business and professional judgment.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Conceptual thinking.
Persuasive communication.
Management skills.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.
Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.
Comply with firm policies and procedures.
Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.