Public Finance Attorney

Job Title: Public Finance Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected law firm located in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a seasoned legal professional with substantial experience in public finance and commercial real estate transactions. This opportunity is presented through a legal recruiting agency representing the hiring firm. The selected candidate will work closely with institutional lenders, public entities, and private clients on complex financial and real estate matters. This role is ideal for a proactive attorney aiming to expand their practice in a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and client engagement.

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate various transaction agreements, including real estate leases, purchase and sale agreements, and general contracts

• Prepare, review, and negotiate loan and collateral documentation

• Conduct due diligence for financing transactions, including examination of title, surveys, organizational documents, and grant agreements

• Provide legal guidance on commercial real estate matters, including finance, leasing, and development

• Oversee compliance-related processes to ensure all required approvals and regulatory steps are completed

• Manage real estate and lending closings from start to finish

• Draft and interpret corporate and organizational documents

• Conduct legal research and provide interpretation of statutes, regulations, and rulings in related areas of law

• Build and maintain strong relationships with firm clients, supporting their business goals through practical legal advice

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public finance and/or commercial real estate law

• Demonstrated experience representing governmental bodies, financial institutions, or capital providers

• Admitted to practice in both Kansas and Missouri, or the ability to obtain admission in both within one year of hire

• Proven ability to handle complex legal matters independently while maintaining a team-oriented approach

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the Missouri and Kansas State Bar (or eligible for admission within one year)

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of property law and real estate financing structures

• Familiarity with asset-backed lending and various types of commercial loan instruments

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and document review abilities

• Meticulous attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management capabilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in interpreting title reports, surveys, and related due diligence materials

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

• Commitment to delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced environment

Job Location:

• Kansas City, MO

• A hybrid work arrangement is available

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy assistance

• Nine paid holidays annually

• Flexible paid vacation and accrued sick leave

• Paid parental leave and leave for bereavement, jury duty, and military service

• Profit-sharing and 401(k) retirement plans

• Discretionary annual bonuses

• Employee Assistance Program and back-up dependent care support

• Domestic partner benefits

• Technology allowance and commuter benefits

• Collaborative environment focused on professional development and personal well-being

A full-service multidisciplinary practice, this firm has long had a nationally recognized public and corporate finance practice. It serves local, regional, and national clients in a broad practice emphasizing civil litigation, bankruptcy, public finance, corporate and structured finance, banking and commercial lending, real estate law, taxation law, healthcare, and hospital law. It has also developed a sophisticated business and litigation practice representing clients in complex transactions and major litigation.