Leveraged Finance Associate (Multi City)

DLA Piper; New York (NY); On-site; USD 310,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a finance associate for its Leveraged Finance subgroup in New York. The role demands a minimum of four years of relevant experience in fund finance, private credit, and leveraged finance. The associate will perform legal research, draft documents, and handle complex transactions. Required qualifications include a JD from an accredited school and an ability to manage client relationships. The position offers a hybrid work environment and a salary range of $310,000 – $390,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of leveraged finance experience.
• Admitted to practice in the state in which the candidate is officing.
• Direct experience with an AmLaw 100 firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support cases.
• Draft legal documents including briefs and contracts.
• Assist in complex cases from start to finish.
• Build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong research and analytical skills

Attention to detail

Good business judgment

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Persuasive communication

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a finance associate with a focus on Fund Finance and Private Credit transactions to join its Leveraged Finance subgroup. Candidates should have a minimum of four years of relevant experience in fund finance, private credit, leveraged finance, debt capital markets, and/or structured finance. The position is open to our offices in New York, Los Angeles, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Miami, Northern Virginia, Palo Alto, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, San Diego, San Franciso, Seattle, Short Hills or Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities as an Associate will vary based on level of experience and specific practice group.
• Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Draft well‑written, error‑free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist/execute a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution, including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities.
• Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
• Collaborate with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
• Attend, support, and participate in high‑level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, and trials.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
• Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
• Engage in firm programs and initiatives, civic and professional organizations, and pro bono work providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.

Desired Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills; attention to detail; good business and professional judgment; excellent organizational skills; ability to work collaboratively and independently; conceptual thinking; persuasive communication; management skills.

Minimum Education

• JD
• Degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice in the state in which the candidate is officing.

Minimum Years Of Experience

• Minimum 4 years of leveraged finance experience.
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm experience.

Essential Job Expectations

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; participating in digital/virtual conference calls; participating in meetings as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

• Hybrid – Regular in‑office presence with some flexibility for work‑from‑home.

Pay Transparency

Estimated hiring range: $310,000 – $390,000 per year depending on candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).

Equal Opportunity Employer

DLA Piper is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.