CMBS Associate Attorney

Job Title: CMBS Associate Attorney

Job Location: Florence, KY

Job Overview:

A law firm located in Florence, KY, is seeking an experienced associate attorney to join its Commercial Real Estate Finance team. The ideal candidate will bring 3-5 years of expertise in CMBS lending, balance sheet financing, and asset management. The role offers an opportunity to work with a variety of commercial real estate transactions and complex financial services within a collaborative environment.

Duties:

• Assist with commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) transactions and balance sheet financing.
• Provide legal guidance on asset management and loan servicing matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex loan agreements and related documents.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure compliance with financial and legal standards.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on finance-related issues.
• Support senior attorneys in complex real estate finance transactions.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in commercial real estate finance.
• Prior experience with CMBS lending and servicing of CMBS/balance sheet loans.
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate finance regulations and practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Certifications:

• Active membership in a State Bar Association.

Skills:

• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex financial agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Job Location:

• Florence, KY.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Parental leave options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.

This law firm has offices in Louisville, Columbus, Nashville, Charleston, West Chester, Lexington, Florence, Cincinnati and Indianapolis. There are 450 lawyers working in the areas of health law, real estate, product liability litigation, class actions, insurance regulation, business litigation, entertainment law, appellate, equine law, shopping central/retail, tort and insurance defense, land use and zoning, white collar crime, interactive media and internet law, financial institutions, investment management and corporate governance.