Real Estate (Finance) Associate

Job Overview:
A premier law firm is seeking an associate attorney with 3 to 7 years of experience to join its Real Estate Finance practice in Los Angeles. This position focuses on representing institutional lenders, borrowers, and investors in a variety of commercial real estate debt financing transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong transactional experience and the ability to manage complex financing structures from origination to closing.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Structure, draft, and negotiate commercial real estate finance documents, including:

  • Mortgage and mezzanine loan agreements

  • Preferred equity investments

  • Permanent and bridge loan originations

  • Construction loans

• Represent clients in loan participations, syndications, and co-lender/intercreditor arrangements

• Advise on real estate loan workouts and restructurings

• Conduct and manage real estate due diligence and transaction closings

• Coordinate with borrowers, lenders, and internal deal teams across practice areas

Requirements:

• 3 to 7 years of experience in commercial real estate finance at a top-tier law firm

• Proven background in handling a range of real estate debt instruments and structures

• Experience with complex financing arrangements involving multiple stakeholders

• Ability to lead transactions and manage client communications effectively

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

• Strong academic record required

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (California preferred)

Skills:

• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills

• Deep understanding of real estate finance transactions and deal structuring

• Strong organizational and project management abilities

• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple transactions concurrently

• Effective communication skills and client service orientation

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and role responsibilities

• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development support

Be a part of a highly successful, full-service law firm that counts among its esteemed clients many Fortune 250 firms. This firm has a reputation for treating associates exceedingly well. The branch office of a large international law firm, this firm's practice has consistently been strong in the litigation, corporate and tax fields; however, the firm also has made a definite commitment to intellectual property related work in the Los Angeles legal market. The Los Angeles branch has a full book of business involving some of the biggest movers and shakers on the national and international scene. An aggressive development track has associates achieving partner status in a very limited amount of time compared to other national firms of its stature. This firms is generally seeking the best and the brightest--meaning it is most willing to consider associates from top schools and firms.