Real Estate and Finance Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated Real Estate and Finance Attorney with over three years of experience to join their expanding team in Des Moines. The ideal candidate will engage in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions and lending matters.

Duties

• Engage in commercial real estate transactions, including loans and portfolio transactions.
• Draft and negotiate loan documents and real estate contracts.
• Analyze title and survey matters.
• Address due diligence issues.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks effectively.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in real estate and commercial mortgage lending.
• Strong academic background.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Eligible for waiver into Iowa or willing to sit for the next bar exam.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law.

Skills

• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing.
• Proficiency in handling construction and permanent financings.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a Chambers Band 1-ranked Real Estate Practice.
• Relocation candidates are welcome to apply.

Established about 95 years ago, this prestigious law practice has three offices in Iowa and is comprised of a significantly large team of highly proficient attorneys. Some of the firm's main areas of practice are governmental affairs, intellectual property law, litigation, and labor & employment law. The firm has been acknowledged as a top law practice by several major industry publications.