Commercial Finance Associate

A well‑established, full‑service law firm is seeking a Commercial Finance Associate to join its growing Cincinnati office. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to build a long‑term career with a clear path to partnership—while learning directly from the firm's lead partner in commercial finance as part of a succession plan.

The ideal candidate will have ties to Cincinnati, strong academic credentials, and a long‑term interest in developing a deep real estate practice.

Qualifications & Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Top 30% of law school class (from a top‑tier law school, top 50% is acceptable).
• 1+ year(s) of Commercial Finance, M&A, or general Corporate Law experience, required.
• Active Ohio Bar license, or ability to waive in (the firm may cover costs for license transfer if eligible and/or consider candidates willing to sit for the Ohio Bar)
• Strong ties to Cincinnati are preferred, including for relocation candidates.
• Demonstrated work ethic, drive, and long‑term commitment to corporate law.

Role Responsibilities

The Associate will work closely with a Senior Partner and gain hands‑on experience with:

• Commercial financing transactions, including: Asset‑based and leveraged lending, syndicated and participated lending, acquisition financings, fund finance, and mezzanine lending
• Supporting workouts and restructurings
• Collaborating across real estate and corporate teams
• Growing into a subject‑matter expert as part of a long‑term succession plan

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $160,000 – $190,000 (lockstep scale DOE).
• Billing Expectations: No minimum; typical annual range is 1500–1700 hours.
• Benefits: Health, dental, retirement planning/contributions, and additional firm‑supported resources.

Work Environment

• Primarily onsite in the Cincinnati office.
• Flexibility is available for occasional remote needs but should not be routine.
• Collaborative culture with overlapping work across partners and practice groups.
• Clear partnership track generally takes 7 to 8 years.

About the Organization

This firm offers a stable platform with strong mentorship and meaningful responsibility early in one's career. With a growing Associate base and strong market reputation, the firm seeks a motivated junior attorney who is eager to develop long‑term roots in Cincinnati and build a thriving practice.

Interested candidates should apply here or materials may be sent to ...@lhh.com.