Real Estate Investment and Finance Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a senior associate or counsel to join its Real Estate Investment and Finance group in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in complex commercial real estate and demonstrate the ability to manage transactional closings effectively.

Duties

• Handle real estate debt and equity transactions.
• Draft transactional documents, including equity operating documents, loan documents, and purchase and sale agreements.
• Conduct transactional due diligence, including title and survey reviews.
• Manage all aspects of transactional closings.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in complex commercial real estate.
• Admitted to the Illinois State Bar or eligible for submission on waiver.
• Experience at a nationally or regionally recognized law firm.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and take ownership of responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

Providing sophisticated top-quality legal representation nationally and globally, this full-service law firm offers services in areas of corporate, financial services, litigation, real estate, commercial finance, intellectual property, and trusts and estates. The firm's clients include public and private companies, Fortune 100, government and nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The firm has a collaborative and collegial environment where the most talented team of lawyers and professionals create creative and strategic solutions for clients' needs. In addition, the firm has an innovative team that provides strategies using new processes and software. The firm is committed to providing pro bono service and sponsoring a variety of programs that support education, arts and culture, health and welfare, and human rights. Focused on attracting diverse talents the firm provides various training and mentoring programs for professional growth. This nationally recognized firm has all the features of a successful law firm: highly skilled attorneys, amazing staff, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary with great benefits.