Commercial Real Estate Finance Midlevel Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a midlevel associate with expertise in commercial real estate finance in Madison, NJ. The candidate will engage in lender representation and manage real estate lending transactions, collaborating with experienced partners and senior attorneys.

Duties

• Draft loan documents.
• Conduct and manage due diligence reviews.
• Review opinion letters and third-party documents.
• Lead preparation of closing checklists and coordinate closing logistics.
• Communicate directly with clients and transaction parties.
• Manage multiple workstreams within a deal.

Requirements

• Three to five years of experience in real estate finance.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments under deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-starter comfortable with significant transaction ownership.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in resident or affiliated office location.

Skills

• Familiarity with lender-side representation preferred.

Benefits

• Health benefits, life insurance, and disability income protection.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings and planning.
• College coaching, child and elder care offerings.
• Hybrid work policy.