Commercial Transaction Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level associate with over three years of experience to join its commercial lending, real estate, and loan workout practice in Boston, Massachusetts. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial lending and commercial real estate finance transactions and will enjoy a hybrid work schedule.

Duties

• Review lender's credit approval requirements and prepare loan documents.
• Conduct due diligence searches and review results.
• Review and negotiate lender's title insurance policies for real estate collateral.
• Arrange proper perfection of lender's security interest in personal property collateral.
• Negotiate loan documents with borrower's counsel and third parties.
• Review organizational and authority documents related to transactions.
• Prepare and negotiate Subordination Non-disturbance and Attornment Agreements.
• Prepare and review zoning and land use opinions.
• Prepare and negotiate participation and syndication agreements.
• Prepare and negotiate intercreditor agreements.
• Prepare forbearance, loan modification, and settlement documentation.

Requirements

• Experience in commercial lending, real estate finance transactions, or loan workouts.
• Admission to the Massachusetts state bar.
• Experience in affordable housing and community development is an asset.
• Willingness to participate in client development efforts.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the Massachusetts state bar.

Skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm and responsiveness in a team-based environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Three weeks vacation.
• Parental leave.
• Transportation or parking reimbursement.

The law firm offers a full range of services related to business and legal issues. Its list of clients includes individuals, financial institutions, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and publicly and privately held companies. The firm's practice areas include banking and commercial finance, business and corporate law, bankruptcy and creditors' rights, commercial real estate, litigation and dispute resolution, and tax. Its office is located in Boston, Massachusetts.