Commercial Lending Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Commercial Lending Associate Attorney in Minneapolis, MN. The role involves working on sophisticated lending matters for diverse businesses. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience, preferably in real estate financing and UCC secured transactions, and will demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills.

Duties

• Draft, review, and revise legal documents to meet legal standards and client requirements.
• Provide legal opinions and strategic counsel on commercial lending matters.
• Engage in negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and internal partners.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in commercial lending transactions.
• Strong analytical abilities and self-motivation.
• Excellent computer and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills for diverse client interactions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changes.
• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Voluntary benefits

A mid-sized firm with reputation that places it in the top 2-3 firms in the Twin Cities, this firm has become very successful in less than 25 years since its inception. Its practice areas include litigation, environmental and employment law, employee benefits, real estate, governmental affairs, banking/finance and general corporate matters. Its lawyers come from Harvard, University of Minnesota and small regional schools, with excellent academic credentials. Compensation at the firm is top of the market in the Twin Cities, and the billable hourly requirement is quite reasonable, although you are expected to work the weekend and nights if asked to do so by the partners. Everyone seems content being at the firm, and people tend to remain at the firm for the long haul.