Full-time
Finance (Commercial Lending) Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)
Boston, MA · $260,000 – $365,000 per year
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About this role
This is an in-office role with a client in the legal services industry, a destination AmLaw 100 law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. The firm is known worldwide for innovative yet practical client service, serves as an incubator for top-notch talent, and consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications. It empowers lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance.
Class years 2021 to 2023.
Representative Work
Work directly with clients on commercial lending matters. The Boston Lending and Financial Transactions group has 8 partners, 4 of counsel, and 12 associates and is adding another associate.
Who You Are
- 3–5 years of experience representing banks, private credit funds, and other financial institutions in commercial lending transactions
- Experience representing lenders in single-lender and syndicated credit facilities
- Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, security agreements, guaranties, collateral documents, pledge agreements, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documentation
- Experience with venture debt, acquisition finance, asset-based lending, second lien, or mezzanine financing
- Proven track record in a fast-paced environment handling multiple transactions simultaneously
- Able to communicate complex matters concisely and effectively, orally and in writing
- Strong attention to detail, process-oriented mindset, and commitment to client service
- Independent thinker who wants to work in a team environment and take on increasing responsibility
- Member of the Massachusetts bar
Preferred law schools: Harvard, Cornell, Georgetown, Yale, NYU, American University, UC Berkeley (Cal), George Washington University, UVA School of Law, Columbia, Boston College Law. Experience at a large national or AmLaw firm is preferred.
Associate Bonus Structure
- Unlimited pro-bono and inclusion hours, plus up to 100 pre-approved hours for knowledge management and business development, count toward bonus eligibility.
- Additional high-hour bonuses at 2,100, 2,300, and 2,500 hours, plus merit incentives for associates whose performance exceeds expectations.
- In 2025, high-hours awards added 10–40% to the base bonus and merit incentives added 10% or 20%; the most senior associates were eligible for bonuses of up to $218,200, inclusive of special bonuses.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options
- Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care
- Tax-free health accounts (HSA and FSA)
- 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans
- Global wellness program, including health care advocates, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness apps
- Flex time away and reduced schedule arrangements
- Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations
- Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel
- Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations
Class years 2021 to 2023.
Representative Work
Work directly with clients on commercial lending matters. The Boston Lending and Financial Transactions group has 8 partners, 4 of counsel, and 12 associates and is adding another associate.
Who You Are
- 3–5 years of experience representing banks, private credit funds, and other financial institutions in commercial lending transactions
- Experience representing lenders in single-lender and syndicated credit facilities
- Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, security agreements, guaranties, collateral documents, pledge agreements, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documentation
- Experience with venture debt, acquisition finance, asset-based lending, second lien, or mezzanine financing
- Proven track record in a fast-paced environment handling multiple transactions simultaneously
- Able to communicate complex matters concisely and effectively, orally and in writing
- Strong attention to detail, process-oriented mindset, and commitment to client service
- Independent thinker who wants to work in a team environment and take on increasing responsibility
- Member of the Massachusetts bar
Preferred law schools: Harvard, Cornell, Georgetown, Yale, NYU, American University, UC Berkeley (Cal), George Washington University, UVA School of Law, Columbia, Boston College Law. Experience at a large national or AmLaw firm is preferred.
Associate Bonus Structure
- Unlimited pro-bono and inclusion hours, plus up to 100 pre-approved hours for knowledge management and business development, count toward bonus eligibility.
- Additional high-hour bonuses at 2,100, 2,300, and 2,500 hours, plus merit incentives for associates whose performance exceeds expectations.
- In 2025, high-hours awards added 10–40% to the base bonus and merit incentives added 10% or 20%; the most senior associates were eligible for bonuses of up to $218,200, inclusive of special bonuses.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options
- Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care
- Tax-free health accounts (HSA and FSA)
- 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans
- Global wellness program, including health care advocates, an Employee Assistance Program, and wellness apps
- Flex time away and reduced schedule arrangements
- Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations
- Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel
- Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations
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