The global law firm of K&L Gates seeks to hire a midlevel or senior Finance Associate to join their dynamic Portland practice.

The ideal candidate will be able to manage bank, fund lender and acquisition finance transactions, but also be flexible enough to manage equity co-investment transactions for fund lender clients. The candidate will focus their practice on commercial lending, corporate finance and private equity and mezzanine financing. They will represent both lenders and borrowers in connection with the negotiation of secured and unsecured syndicated credit facilities, asset-based loans and acquisition financings.


We require outstanding academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills, a commitment to providing the highest quality client service, and demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. Our associates work closely with experienced lawyers who provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact. Prior experience in a sophisticated law firm practice is required. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic contributor to the Firm and office culture, and have a collaborative approach to his/her work environment.


K&L Gates represents leading global corporations, growth and middle-market companies, capital markets participants and entrepreneurs in every major industry group as well as public sector entities, educational institutions, philanthropic organizations and individuals. Our practice is a robust full market practice — cutting edge, complex and dynamic, at once regional, national and international in scope.


At K&L Gates, we embrace our core values. We believe in hiring collaborative, committed, and diverse teams; using state-of-the-art technology; offering continuous professional development training; and promoting pro bono and diversity initiatives. Most importantly, we strive to cultivate an environment that celebrates talented legal professionals. With a thriving corporate practice and ambitious goals for growth, the Portland office seeks to solidify its place in the upper echelon of the Portland legal market.