Structured Finance Associate

DLA Piper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its finance group focused on structured finance in its Boston, Los Angeles, and New York offices. Candidates should hold a J.D. and have 3-6 years of experience in structured finance. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting documents, managing cases, and client interactions.

The role emphasizes collaboration and compliance with legal standards, along with personal development through training opportunities. DLA Piper is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of structured finance, securitization and/or asset-based lending experience.
• Direct and applicable AmLaw100 law firm experience preferred.
• Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist or manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong internal and external client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals.
• Attend and participate in high-level legal activities.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Engage in firm programs and pro bono work.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Strong research, analytical and problem‑solving skills

Attention to detail

Good business and professional judgement

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Conceptual thinking

Persuasive communication

Management skills

Education

J.D. Degree from an accredited law school

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its finance group, structured finance subgroup. This position is open to our Boston, Los Angeles, and New York offices.

Responsibilities

• Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Legal Writing: Draft well‑written, error‑free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Case/Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist or manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution, including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
• Internal/External Client Interaction: 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.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively 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.
• Attendance and participation in high‑level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
• Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
• Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
• Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to firm programs and initiatives, civic and professional organizations, and pro bono work by 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 judgement.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Conceptual thinking.
• Persuasive communication.
• Management skills.

Minimum Education

JDDegree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing.

Minimum Years of Experience

3‑6years of structured finance, securitization and/or asset‑based lending experience. Direct and applicable AmLaw100 law firm preferred.

Employment Policy

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.