Career Associate in Real Estate Investments and Transactions

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Career Associate for the Real Estate Investments and Transactions Practice Group in Boston. This role involves managing legal tasks related to the financing of commercial mortgage loans on backed-leveraged facilities. The position supports complex financing arrangements by preparing and negotiating documentation, coordinating with stakeholders, and managing the closing process.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate transfer documentation for commercial mortgage loans using client forms.
• Prepare and negotiate loan servicing and ancillary financing documents.
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to complete onboarding and KYC requirements.
• Manage execution of signature pages and facilitate smooth closings.
• Review corporate authority documents and draft certificates and consents.
• Coordinate lender diligence deliverables, including loan files and lien searches.
• Use AI technologies to enhance document review and workflow efficiency.
• Apply experience in real estate or specialty finance and adapt to new areas as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law and a member in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience in real estate finance, commercial mortgage transactions, or specialty finance preferred.
• Strong ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents.
• Proficient in managing transaction processes and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Skilled in reviewing corporate authority documents and preparing related certificates.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Adapts to new areas of real estate or specialty finance as needed.
• Proficient in using AI technologies responsibly and ethically.
• Communicates clearly and manages time effectively.
• Maintains high standards of professional integrity and confidentiality.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law and a member in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal documents.
• Managing transaction processes and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Reviewing corporate authority documents and preparing certificates.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Adaptability to new areas of real estate or specialty finance.
• Responsible and ethical use of AI technologies.
• Clear communication and effective time management.
• Professional integrity and confidentiality.

Benefits

Corporate work is the driving force in this large firm although in recent years, IP has played an increasingly important role. Its Boston offices are spacious, modern, and beautifulone of the most satisfying and prestigious firms in which to work. We know of few firms that compete with this firm in terms of the quality and consistency of the work product. Although the hours can be substantial, the compensation is top of the line here, and associates are generally quite happy to be practicing at the top of their profession.