Larson Maddox · 1 hour ago
Commercial Finance Attorney
Larson Maddox is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Commercial Lending practice group within the Banking and Financial Services Department. The successful candidate will represent lenders and borrowers in sophisticated commercial lending transactions and lead complex transactions.
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Responsibilities
Representing borrowers and lenders in complex commercial finance transactions, particularly leveraged finance and sponsor‑backed acquisition deals in the core and upper middle market
Serving as first chair in drafting and negotiating:
Credit agreements and grids
SunGard commitment papers
Subordination and intercreditor agreements
Agreements among lenders
Mezzanine loan agreements and second lien loan agreements
Amendments, forbearance agreements, sponsor guarantees, and other customary documentation for secured credit facilities
Reviewing acquisition documentation and advising on implications for credit agreements
Representing banks and direct lenders in bilateral, club, and broadly syndicated transactions
Qualification
Required
7-12 years of relevant commercial lending experience
Strong communication and client-relationship skills
Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and work efficiently under tight deadlines
Excellent analytical and writing skills with strong academic credentials
Collaborative, team-oriented approach
Bar admission in good standing or eligibility to waive into the applicable jurisdiction
Preferred
Experience representing borrowers and lenders in complex commercial finance transactions, particularly leveraged finance and sponsor-backed acquisition deals in the core and upper middle market
Experience serving as first chair in drafting and negotiating credit agreements and grids, SunGard commitment papers, subordination and intercreditor agreements, agreements among lenders, mezzanine loan agreements and second lien loan agreements, amendments, forbearance agreements, sponsor guarantees, and other customary documentation for secured credit facilities
Experience reviewing acquisition documentation and advising on implications for credit agreements
Experience representing banks and direct lenders in bilateral, club, and broadly syndicated transactions