Real Estate Finance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid to senior level associate to join its Real Estate Finance group in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and experience in law firms or clerking, with excellent research, writing, and communication skills.

Duties

• Engage in loan origination for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions.
• Draft primary loan documents and manage transactions from inception through closing.
• Handle asset management and workout experience, including secondary market repurchase facility work.
• Collaborate with a team to support and grow the national practice.

Requirements

• 3+ years of broad real estate finance experience.
• Experience with mezzanine loans and preferred equity.
• Ability to navigate complex subject matter effectively.
• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction of practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar admission.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage transactions independently.
• 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.