Finance Associate Attorney (Corporate Trust, Agency, Asset Servicing) at Pernini Legal, LLC

Finance Associate Attorney – Corporate Trust, Agency, and Asset Servicing

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Our client, a distinguished AmLaw 50 law firm with a highly regarded finance practice, is seeking a talented Junior Associate Attorney to join their Corporate Trust, Agency, and Asset Servicing Team. Operating within their Finance Practice Group, this opening is located at their Charlotte office. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work on complex finance transactions with a dynamic and collaborative team.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active bar admission.
• 1–2 years of substantive transactional and/or workout experience with securitization (any asset classes), corporate finance, collateralized loan obligations, and/or structured finance is strongly desired.
• Experience representing corporate trustees, servicers, and/or agents is beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on sophisticated finance transactions, including securitization, loan and bond financing, CLOs, and structured finance matters.
• Represent clients in all phases of transactional matters, including drafting and negotiating agreements and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to advise corporate trustees, agents, and servicers.
• Handle workout and restructuring transactions, addressing challenges in financial instruments and agreements.
• Build strong client relationships through effective communication and strategic counsel.

Why Join Us?

This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise in complex finance and structured transactions within a leading law firm. Associates enjoy a competitive compensation package and a robust benefits suite that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, personal medical and parental leave, paid holidays, and dependent and elder care support. The firm also provides concierge services, financial and physical well-being programs, personal health advocacy, and corporate discounts.

This role allows attorneys to engage in high-profile, impactful work while benefiting from a supportive and inclusive work environment. With a strong commitment to professional growth and innovation, this is an ideal opportunity for attorneys seeking to advance their careers in finance law.

Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.