Real Estate (Finance) Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking an experienced associate to join its Real Estate Finance practice in New York. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 7 years of experience handling complex commercial real estate finance matters, including mortgage and mezzanine financings, preferred equity investments, and a wide range of structured lending and intercreditor arrangements. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions across various asset classes and financing structures in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Advise on a wide range of real estate finance transactions, including mortgage and mezzanine loans

• Represent lenders and borrowers in preferred equity investments and permanent/bridge loan originations

• Structure and negotiate construction loans, loan participations, and syndications

• Draft and review co-lender agreements, intercreditor agreements, and other complex finance documents

• Manage and negotiate loan modifications, workouts, and restructurings

• Coordinate with real estate, tax, and corporate teams to support full transaction lifecycle

• Conduct legal due diligence and assist in transaction closings

Requirements:

• 3 to 7 years of commercial real estate finance experience from a top-tier law firm

• Strong background in real estate lending, including both borrower and lender representation

• Proven ability to manage complex financing transactions independently

• Experience with a variety of debt structures and capital stacks

Education:

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

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (New York preferred)

Skills:

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Deep understanding of real estate finance structures and deal mechanics

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously under tight deadlines

• Effective communicator and collaborative team player

Benefits:

• Competitive salary structure aligned with experience and responsibilities

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development resources

This New York law firm has practice areas that are grouped into six broad categories: bankruptcy, intellectual property, interdisciplinary, litigation, tax & planning and transactional. They have offices located throughout the world and pride themselves on their ability to obtain cost-effective results in complicated litigation, intellectual property and transactional matters. This firm has a stellar reputation as trial lawyers and has represented many major national and international clients. This firms strength and reputation is built upon their strong foundation of ingenuity and leadership. They offer market salaries and have a comfortable work atmosphere.