Finance Lawyer

Lateral Link; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Lateral Link in Texas seeks experienced debt finance lawyers to join its Houston or Dallas offices. The role focuses on secured and unsecured financing transactions with 3–6 years of experience in structuring, documenting, and negotiating debt transactions for private equity-backed and corporate clients.

Ideal candidates will have exposure to leveraged finance, M&A financing, and advisory work on complex financings; the firm offers high-profile matters and opportunities to advance a

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in structuring, documenting and negotiating debt transactions.
• Experience with senior secured, mezzanine, subordinated debt and acquisition financings.
• Leveraged finance experience in M&A is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Structure, document and negotiate debt transactions for clients.
• Represent private equity funds and corporate borrowers on complex financings.
• Advise on leveraged finance and acquisition financing matters.

Skills

Debt financing

Structuring & documenting

Negotiation

M&A experience

Legal research

Education

J.D. required

Job description

A leading global law firm is seeking experienced attorneys to join its Debt Finance group in Houston or Dallas, focusing on secured and unsecured financing transactions. Ideal candidates will have 3-6 years of experience in structuring, documenting, and negotiating a range of debt transactions, including senior secured, mezzanine, subordinated debt, and acquisition financings. Experience in leveraged finance, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, will be highly valued. In this role, you will represent private equity funds, handle restructuring financings, and advise corporate borrowers on sophisticated financial matters. If you are ready to take on complex and high-profile transactions, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.