Asset-Backed Finance Associate Attorney (36 Years)

Direct Counsel is seeking an Asset-Backed Finance Associate Attorney to join a premier global law firm in Washington, D.C. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated asset-backed finance and structured finance transactions representing leading financial institutions, lenders, borrowers, and investment firms.

The ideal candidate will have experience advising clients on asset-backed finance transactions or asset-based lending matters and will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced practice handling complex financing transactions.

• Represent borrowers, lenders, and financial institutions in asset-backed finance and structured finance transactions.

• Advise clients throughout all stages of asset-backed finance, structured finance, and debt finance transactions.

• Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements and related financing documents.

• Lead or assist with negotiations involving warehouse credit facilities and other secured lending transactions.

• Coordinate transaction execution with clients, opposing counsel, and internal deal teams.

• Provide practical legal advice on financing structures and risk management.

• Manage multiple complex transactions while delivering exceptional client service.

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

• 3–6 years of experience in asset-backed finance, structured finance, or asset-based lending at a sophisticated law firm.

• Experience advising borrowers and lenders in structured finance offerings or debt finance transactions.

• Strong experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements.

• Experience with warehouse credit facilities is preferred.

• Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Active bar admission and good standing in the jurisdiction where hired or eligibility to become admitted.

Washington, D.C.

Salary Range: $260,000–$390,000 annually, depending on experience and other relevant factors.

The firm offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Generous paid time off and firm holidays

• Parental and family leave benefits

• Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities

• Bar dues and professional membership reimbursement

• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs

• A collaborative environment with opportunities to work on sophisticated, high-profile finance transactions