Banking & Finance Associate Attorney – Commercial Lending

Pay: $140,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated commercial lending transactions for clients ranging from community banks to major financial institutions.
• Take ownership of meaningful deals with hands-on responsibility for loan documentation, negotiations, and closings.
• Build your career with long-term growth potential at an established firm that invests in its attorneys.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule that supports work-life balance while keeping you connected with your team.
• Earn competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Collaborate with experienced legal professionals who value your expertise, initiative, and professional development.

Location

Baltimore, MD | Hybrid. Enjoy the best of both worlds with a collaborative office environment and the flexibility of one work-from-home day each week.

Note

Candidates must have 2+ years of practicing attorney experience, including 1+ years of commercial lending, banking transactions, or loan documentation experience. A JD from an accredited law school, strong academic credentials, and active bar admission in Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, DC, or Pennsylvania are required. We welcome qualified candidates from law firms, in-house legal teams, and solo practices.

About Us

We're an established law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services and practical solutions for businesses and financial institutions. Our team handles sophisticated commercial transactions and complex financial matters, combining high-quality legal work with a collaborative, client-focused approach. We value initiative, professionalism, and long-term career growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent banks and financial institutions in commercial lending transactions from initial structuring through closing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate loan agreements, promissory notes, security agreements, guaranties, and related financing documents.
• Manage due diligence, UCC filings, collateral reviews, and closing documentation.
• Handle loan modifications, refinancing transactions, amendments, and forbearance agreements.
• Work directly with lenders, borrowers' counsel, and internal teams to move transactions forward efficiently.
• Advise clients on transaction structures, documentation risks, and commercial lending matters.
• Collaborate with creditors' rights and litigation attorneys on loan workouts and complex financial matters.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active bar admission in MD, VA, DE, DC, or PA.
• 2+ years of practicing attorney experience.
• 1+ years of commercial lending, banking transactions, or loan documentation experience.
• Strong transactional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively with clients.
• Law firm experience preferred; qualified in-house and solo practitioners welcome.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll work on sophisticated financial transactions, build meaningful client relationships, and gain the independence to manage important deals. Our collaborative team encourages professional development, recognizes individual contributions, and provides opportunities to expand your practice. With hybrid flexibility, performance-based bonus potential, and a supportive environment, this is a great place to grow your banking and finance career.

JPC- 2431

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: MD, VA, DE, DC, or PA bar license. Must be 2+ yr associate. 1+ yr commercial lending, banking transactions, or loan documentation exp

• Required Years as Associate: 2+

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 

2 yrs: $140K–$150K; 

3–4 yrs: $150K–$165K; 

5–6 yrs: $165K–$185K; 

7+ yrs: $185K–$200K. Recruiter-estimated bands based on client-provided range.

Submission Email: Michael-

mnord@gebsmith.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Gebhardt & Smith LLP is an established Baltimore commercial law firm handling sophisticated banking, finance, and commercial transactions. Seeking a Banking & Finance Associate with 2+ yrs attorney exp, including 1+ yrs commercial lending, banking transactions, or loan documentation. Hybrid, one flexible remote day; $140K–$200K plus bonus opportunity.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Banking & Finance Associate – Commercial Lending - Gebhardt & Smith LLP - JPC- 2431 - source

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• Client job title: Banking & Finance Associate – Commercial Lending

• Location: Baltimore, MD

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid, 4 days on-site / 1 flexible remote day

• Experience: 2+

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