Real Estate Finance Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Real Estate Finance Attorney in Walnut Creek, California. This role involves working on sophisticated lender-side transactions within a collaborative environment. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Duties

• Manage multiple real estate finance deals simultaneously.
• Collaborate closely with seasoned partners and mentor junior associates.
• Engage in complex debt and equity financing structures.
• Prepare purchase and sale transaction documentation.
• Conduct due diligence, title, and survey reviews.
• Handle securitized lending and commercial leasing.

Requirements

• Minimum of eight years of experience in lender-side real estate transactions.
• Proficiency in complex financing structures and transaction documentation.
• Experience with HUD is a plus.
• California Bar membership required.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• High level of analytical skills and adaptability.

Education

• Distinguished academic background.

Certifications

• California Bar membership.

Skills

• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and solve problems practically.

Benefits

• Opportunity for partnership for exceptional candidates.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Remote work in a hybrid manner available.

A California mainstay firm nationally ranked by US News in four practice areas, including construction and employment law, associates at this firm regard its flexibility, appreciation for life away from work, and genuine care for co-workers. Associates at this firm work on matters which cross domestic and international borders. As such, the firm has forged alliances with firms in national and international legal networks to provide clients with legal expertise on the ground across the United States and worldwide. Ranked by Law360 as one of the top three firms for minority partners, this firm is driven by a commitment to diversity, charitable giving, pro bono legal work, and hands-on service. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.