Associate, Capital Markets

Overview White & Case’s award‑winning Capital Markets Practice has a market‑leading presence in all major financial centers across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of securities products—including debt and equity capital markets, high‑yield, structured finance, derivatives, securitization, and corporate trust—and serves leading global investment banks, listed corporates, sovereigns, and funds. Responsibilities and Accountabilities Advise public and private companies, underwriters, and financial institutions on a wide range of capital markets transactions, including IPOs, registered follow‑on and secondary offerings, SPAC IPOs, de‑SPAC transactions, direct listings, private placements, PIPEs, ATM programs, investment‑grade debt offerings, Rule 144A and Regulation S offerings, note programs, and other securities transactions. Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation, including registration statements, prospectuses, offering memoranda, underwriting agreements, purchase agreements, indentures, note purchase agreements, subscription agreements, and related ancillary documents. Advise on and assist in structuring debt capital markets transactions, such as standalone bond offerings, liability management transactions (tender offers and exchange offers), consent solicitations, refinancings, and recapitalizations. Provide ongoing support to public company clients with SEC reporting and disclosure matters, including periodic reports, current reports, proxy materials, earnings releases, offering‑related disclosures, SEC comment responses, and stock exchange and indenture‑related reporting obligations. Take ownership of key transaction aspects, managing drafting processes and coordinating execution with partners, clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams. Work on capital markets‑adjacent M&A, leveraged finance, and strategic transactions—tender and exchange offers, acquisition financings, bridge‑to‑bond structures, spin‑offs, divestitures, business combinations, joint ventures, and strategic collaborations. Collaborate closely with colleagues across finance, tax, regulatory, restructuring, intellectual property, and M&A practices to deliver integrated, business‑focused solutions on complex equity and debt capital markets transactions. Develop into a trusted advisor by gaining a strong understanding of both legal and commercial aspects of equity and debt offerings, capital structure considerations, and ongoing reporting and governance matters. Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) degree (or LL.M./foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school. Admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility to become admitted) and in good standing. Approximately 2+ years of relevant law firm or in‑house transactional experience. Experience advising on equity and/or debt capital markets transactions. Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills. Familiarity with SEC reporting and disclosure requirements for public companies. Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context. Strong communication, organization, and time‑management skills. Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and perform well under pressure. Client‑service oriented, collaborative, and proactive. Driven by professional growth and long‑term interest in business law. Fluency in English; international experience is a plus. Location and Reporting This role is based in Houston and reports to a Partner. Equal Opportunity Statement White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr