Distressed Debt / Commercial Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled Distressed Debt/Commercial Real Estate Finance Associate to join its team. This position is tailored for an experienced attorney with 5-9 years of expertise in restructuring and distressed debt, particularly in representing institutional and private lenders in various commercial finance transactions.

Duties

• Represent lenders and debt investors in both performing and defaulted commercial finance transactions, including real estate finance.
• Handle front-end investment lending as well as back-end distressed debt enforcement, encompassing the origination, sale, and purchase of permanent and construction loans, participations, and mezzanine financing.
• Advise on loan restructuring, workouts, and foreclosure processes.
• Guide private equity firms, investors, and sponsors on investment fund management and strategic joint ventures.
• Navigate real estate financing aspects, including advising on permanent financings, bridge financings, commercial mortgage-backed security financings, and preferred equity transactions.
• Represent clients in the purchase and financing of distressed debt in the secondary market and assist lenders in change of control transactions, workouts, and Article 9 foreclosures.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in good standing in the State of New York.
• 5-9 years of experience in real estate law, with a focus on mezzanine loans and preferred equity transactions.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a willingness to engage directly with clients and counterparties.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with both junior and senior attorneys.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Proven ability in drafting legal documents and advising clients on complex financial transactions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance, including health savings accounts (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Plan for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
• Generous paid vacation policy.

This firm has extensive experience in litigation, bankruptcy, corporate law, tax, intellectual property, real estate and trusts and estates.