Global Transportation Finance Associate

Chicago | Hybrid

An AmLaw-recognized law firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Global Transportation Finance practice in Chicago.

This role is well-suited for an associate with transactional experience who is interested in complex, cross-border finance matters involving transportation assets and who is looking to build depth within a specialized, deal-driven practice.

The associate will work with partners and senior attorneys on sophisticated transportation finance transactions, including financings and restructurings involving aircraft, rail, maritime, and other transportation assets. The practice offers consistent deal flow, meaningful responsibility, and exposure to international counter parties and financing structures.

• 2–6 years of transactional experience in a law firm setting
• Exposure to finance, secured transactions, or complex commercial matters
• Strong drafting and analytical skills
• Comfortable managing matters with increasing autonomy
• Admitted in Illinois or eligible to waive in

• Established global transportation finance practice
• Sophisticated, cross-border transactional work
• Lean, collaborative team with partner access
• Hybrid flexibility in the Chicago office
• Compensation commensurate with experience and market

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Additional details are available in a confidential conversation.

Devney Ayers

Director of Legal Recruiting, Aligned Talent Acquisition

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