Direct Counsel, LLC is partnering with a leading global law firm to seek a talented and driven Finance Associate for the firm's Washington D.C. office. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly sophisticated Global Finance team , working closely with the firm's nationally recognized Business Restructuring & Reorganization practice.
The ideal candidate will bring significant experience with liability management transactions , DIP financings , bankruptcy exit financings , and / or special situations financings .
Key Responsibilities :
- Represent creditors or borrowers in complex financing transactions related to :
Liability management
Debtor-in-possession (DIP) financingsExit financings from Chapter 11Special situations and opportunistic financingsWork closely with teams on top-of-capital-structure representations , often involving :Hedge funds
CLO managersPrivate equity sponsorsFinancial institutionsAdvise on both in-court (Chapter 11) and out-of-court restructurings .Collaborate across practice areas to manage sophisticated, often high-profile, transactions.Qualifications :
J.D. from an accredited U.S. law schoolAdmitted to practice and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdictionLaw school class years 2017-2020Strong background in finance , restructuring , or special situations lawExperience with secured lending, credit agreements, and financial instrumentsExcellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentCompensation :
Annual Salary Range : $365,000 - $435,000(Commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Bonuses : Discretionary and performance-based