We are running a partner-level search, handled confidentially. The requirement is re-confirmed each cycle with the client, and what follows is the current brief.

Leading national law firm seeks a lateral partner to join its Chicago finance team, focused on leveraged and structured finance matters. The role involves originating and leading complex financings, supervising junior lawyers, and expanding market presence in the region.

The successful candidate will work across borrower and lender-side matters, collaborate with cross-office finance teams, and help drive business development initiatives. This is an opportunity to build out a high-profile finance practice within a well-resourced platform.

Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
Established track record advising on leveraged and structured finance transactions
Strong leadership and business-development capabilities; experience managing teams and mentoring associates
Active bar admission in the relevant U.S. jurisdiction or eligible to obtain

Where the match is not obvious from the description, it is usually still worth talking — the specification tends to follow the practice.

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