Commercial Finance and Transactions Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

401k with employer contribution or 1:1

Generous PTO and leave policies

Remote work flexibility

Wellness program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an experienced Commercial Finance and Transactions Attorney to join the Finance and Business Practice Groups. This senior role focuses on advising clients in complex financing and commercial transactions while contributing to the firm’s growth.

The candidate should hold a J.D. from an accredited law school, possess a portable book of business, and be capable of independently managing sophisticated matters with strong client-relations skills.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in sophisticated finance and commercial transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating credit facilities and complex agreements.
• A portable book of business is required.
• Ability to independently manage complex matters and build trusted client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent borrowers and lenders in commercial finance and lending transactions.
• Structure, negotiate, and document complex financing transactions and commercial agreements.
• Advise clients on commercial transactions, including supply, service, and licensing agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence and advise on transaction risks and business objectives.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups to provide business-focused legal counsel.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Client relations

Collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview A law firm seeks an experienced Commercial Finance and Transactions Attorney to join their Finance and Business Practice Groups in Grand Rapids, MI. This role is ideal for a senior-level attorney who excels in advising clients on complex financing and commercial transactions while contributing to the firm's growth.

Duties

• Represent borrowers and lenders in various commercial finance and lending transactions.
• Structure, negotiate, and document complex financing transactions and commercial agreements.
• Advise clients on commercial transactions, including supply, service, and licensing agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence and advise on transaction risks and business objectives.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups to provide business-focused legal counsel.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• 8-10+ years of experience in sophisticated finance and commercial transactions.
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating credit facilities and complex agreements.
• A portable book of business is required.
• Ability to independently manage complex matters and build trusted client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client service skills.

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission in good standing to at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Licensed or willing to become licensed in Michigan.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Responsiveness and client service orientation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Firm-provided life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401k with employer contribution or match.
• Generous PTO and leave policies.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Wellness program and employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.