Real Estate Finance Associate or Counsel

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate or Counsel to join its Real Estate Practice Group, focusing on real estate financing transactions. This role is available in Chicago, Atlanta, or any of the firm's Ohio offices, including Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, or Cincinnati. The candidate will engage in various real estate finance matters, such as loan originations, acquisitions, and dispositions, while also supporting broader commercial real estate activities.

Duties

• Handle real estate finance transactions, including loan originations and acquisitions.
• Support the broader real estate practice with diverse commercial real estate matters.
• Draft and negotiate legal documents related to real estate finance.
• Collaborate with team members to provide comprehensive legal services.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the resident-office jurisdiction.
• 4-7+ years of experience in commercial real estate finance.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Experience with standard real estate finance transactions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communication and client service skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the resident-office jurisdiction.

Skills

• Drafting and negotiation skills.
• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong communication and client service skills.

Benefits

Being one of the largest corporate law firms in the U.S., this firm counsels clients across 33 practice and industry groups, covering 144 areas of law. Maintaining a successful team environment enabled the firm to achieve significant results for clients. Using best-in-class technology allows the firm to provide top-quality client service. The firm was formed in 1911.