Real Estate Finance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a junior associate to join its Real Estate Finance Practice Group in Chattanooga, TN. The ideal candidate will have two to six years of experience in real estate finance, with a focus on large structured commercial transactions.

Duties

• Originate loans for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions.
• Manage asset management and workout processes.
• Run transactions from inception through closing and post-closing.
• Handle secondary market repurchase facility work and other exit strategies.

Requirements

• Two to six years of broad real estate finance experience.
• Experience with mezzanine loans and preferred equity.
• Ability to navigate complex subject matter quickly and effectively.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction of practice.

Skills

• High level of academic achievement.
• Large law firm experience in real estate finance law.
• Team-oriented with ambition and drive.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Voluntary insurance including vision.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.