Counsel - Leveraged Finance

Advocates Legal Recruiting

  • New York, New York
  • 5 days ago
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    • Attorneyunmatched
    • Capital Marketsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Direct Lendingunmatched
    • Equity Securitiesunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Transactionsunmatched
    • Investment Capitalunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Liensunmatched
    • Loansunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Private Fundingunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

    Description



    Of Counsel – Leveraged Finance | New York, NY
    Join a premier AmLaw 100 firm driving innovation in complex financial transactions

    Our AmLaw 100 client, recognized globally for its bold legal strategies and high-caliber deal execution, is seeking an Of Counsel attorney to join its Leveraged Finance practice in New York City. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership-level role at a top firm known for its expansive platform, elite client base, and collaborative culture.

    About the Role:
    You’ll work alongside a high-growth, dynamic team advising top-tier lead arrangers, direct lenders, corporates, and issuers. The practice spans a wide spectrum of transactions including:

    • First lien, unitranche, stretch senior, second lien, and subordinated loans

    • ABL facilities, subscription, and NAV facilities

    • Structured equity investments and non-traditional preferred stock financings

    • Equity co-investments and debt capital markets transactions

    The ideal candidate brings at least 9 years of leveraged finance or related transactional experience (private credit, structured finance, or fund finance). This is a front-facing, client-driven role with ample leadership responsibility and upward mobility.

    What We’re Looking For:

    • JD from a top-tier law school

    • Admitted to practice in New York

    • Deep transactional experience from an AmLaw 100 firm

    • Strong business judgment and organizational skills

    • Ability to lead deal teams and mentor junior associates

    • Excellent communication and drafting abilities

    Why You Should Apply:

    • High-impact work with market-leading financial institutions and private credit funds

    • Hybrid flexibility with a New York office base

    • Generous compensation in the $475,000 – $550,000 range, plus full benefits and discretionary bonus

    • Growth-oriented culture with significant partner and client exposure

    This is a standout opportunity for attorneys ready to leverage their experience in a premier platform that prizes performance and collaboration.

    Interested in learning more? Apply confidentially today or message us to discuss how this opportunity aligns with your career goals.


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    LocationNew York, New York
    WebsiteAdvocatesLegalRecruiting.com

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