Real Estate (Finance) Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a highly qualified Real Estate Finance Associate for its Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in commercial real estate debt financing transactions, including mortgage and mezzanine financings, preferred equity investments, loan originations, construction loans, loan participations, syndications, and co-lender and intercreditor arrangements. The role will provide an opportunity to work on complex transactions in a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Location:

• Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Advise clients on commercial real estate finance matters, including mortgage and mezzanine financings, preferred equity investments, loan originations, and construction loans.
• Handle loan participations, syndications, loan sales, and other co-lender and intercreditor arrangements.
• Assist with workouts and restructurings of real estate financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate financing documents and agreements.
• Manage multiple projects and client relationships, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to provide strategic advice on real estate finance matters.

Requirements:

• 3-7 years of experience in real estate finance, specifically in commercial real estate debt financing transactions.
• Experience with mortgage and mezzanine financings, preferred equity investments, and loan participations.
• Strong understanding of loan syndications, co-lender arrangements, and intercreditor agreements.
• Experience in workouts and restructurings of real estate financing transactions.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar (Illinois preferred).

Skills:

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills in real estate finance transactions.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong client management skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

The Illinois law office is the biggest workplace of the firm. The time-honored law practice opened for business at this location one-hundred and three years ago. To date, there are six-hundred and fifty seasoned attorneys staffed at this location. There are eight areas of practice. Disciplines consist of litigation, corporate, real estate, intellectual property, restructuring, tax, employee benefits and tax-estates. The Midwest office received a LEED Silver Certification for their green interior design.