Debt Finance Associate: Complex Lending & Closings

Baker & Hostetler LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker & Hostetler LLP in Washington, DC seeks an experienced debt finance attorney to represent arrangers, agents, lenders, and borrowers in syndicated and bilateral credit facilities. You will draft, review, and negotiate loan documents, assist in closing complex transactions, and advise on UCC Article 9 and 8 issues, security structures, and cross-border financings.

The ideal candidate will have a track record with middle-market deals, mezzanine or first/second lien structures, and the ability

Qualifications

• Experience representing lenders and borrowers in debt facilities.
• Drafting and negotiating credit agreements and related documents.
• Experience closing complex financings and coordinating multi-party teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate loan documents.
• Lead complex closing processes and negotiations.
• Counsel on security interests, perfection, and related diligence.

Skills

Syndicated & bilateral lending

Loan document drafting

Closing complex financings

UCC Article 9/8 knowledge

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Baker & Hostetler LLP in Washington, DC seeks an experienced debt finance attorney to represent arrangers, agents, lenders, and borrowers in syndicated and bilateral credit facilities. You will draft, review, and negotiate loan documents, assist in closing complex transactions, and advise on UCC Article 9 and 8 issues, security structures, and cross-border financings.

The ideal candidate will have a track record with middle-market deals, mezzanine or first/second lien structures, and the ability