Associate Attorney, Commercial Finance

Location: Tennessee

Salary: $225K – $235K

Experience: 2–3 Years

Advert Code: MLFS146

A nationally recognized finance practice is seeking a junior Commercial Finance Associate (2–3 years’ experience) to join its growing transactional team. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career attorneys to gain hands-on experience working on sophisticated lending transactions while developing their skills within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The role offers direct exposure to complex financing matters and meaningful involvement in transactions representing lenders and borrowers across a variety of credit structures.

The Opportunity

You will work closely with experienced attorneys on a wide range of commercial finance matters involving institutional lenders, financial institutions, and corporate borrowers. Associates in this practice are actively involved in the structuring, negotiation, and closing of lending transactions, providing a strong foundation in secured finance and commercial lending.

This role offers substantial training, mentorship, and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as your experience grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial lending transactions, including asset-based and cash flow financing arrangements
• Support real estate-backed financing transactions and other secured lending structures
• Draft and review key financing documentation including loan agreements, security agreements, and related collateral documents
• Participate in the negotiation and closing of financing transactions involving lenders and borrowers
• Conduct and coordinate transactional due diligence and closing deliverables
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and clients to ensure efficient deal execution

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 2–3 years of experience in commercial finance, banking, or secured lending within a sophisticated law firm environment
• JD required and prior experience working in a law firm
• Experience assisting with loan documentation, negotiation, and transaction management
• Familiarity with asset-based lending, real estate finance, or cash flow loans
• Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting skills
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working effectively within collaborative deal teams
• Active Tennessee Bar membership or eligibility to become licensed in Tennessee

Why This Role Stands Out

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with sophisticated commercial finance transactions early in your career
• Strong mentorship and training within a collaborative finance practice
• Exposure to a variety of lending structures across multiple industries
• A platform that supports long-term professional development and career advancement

This role is ideal for a junior associate seeking to build a strong foundation in commercial finance while working alongside experienced attorneys in a highly respected transactional practice.

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