CMBS Finance Transactions Associate

A law firm seeks an experienced and highly motivated associate to join its distinguished Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) Finance practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex real estate finance and capital market transactions, with a particular focus on commercial real estate lending, securitization, and related servicing matters. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in finance law and possess a strong understanding of the securities and capital markets landscape, with a commercial, client-focused approach. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a collaborative team in a growing and dynamic legal environment.

Duties:

• Manage and handle various finance-related transactions, particularly in real estate capital markets and securities.
• Assist in the execution of commercial real estate lending and securitization transactions.
• Provide legal counsel on modifications, workouts, and other servicing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including loan agreements, securities filings, and capital markets contracts.
• Advise clients on the risks and opportunities associated with complex finance transactions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across different practice areas to deliver holistic legal solutions to clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor in CMBS and related finance matters.
• Monitor market trends and legal developments to offer cutting-edge advice to clients.

Requirements:

• At least 3-6 years of experience in finance, real estate, or capital markets law.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial real estate finance, securitization, and capital markets transactions.
• Experience handling modifications, workouts, and servicing transactions in the real estate finance sector.
• Proven ability to draft complex transactional documents and communicate legal concepts clearly.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Client-focused attitude, with an ability to manage relationships and deliver results.
• Comfortable working independently as well as in a team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in Illinois, or willingness to seek admission to the Illinois Bar.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (or in the process of obtaining Illinois licensure).

Skills:

• Expertise in real estate finance, securities law, and capital markets.
• Experience in CMBS, commercial real estate lending, and securitization.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills for transactional documents.
• Ability to analyze complex legal and financial situations with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A proactive, client-driven approach to legal work, with a focus on strategic solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across different practice areas.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and retirement plan options.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays and flexible time-off policies to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a collaborative firm environment.

The emerging Midwest office opened eleven years ago. Over sixty skillful attorneys comprise the law practice. Its area of specialization is corporate law. Practice areas are significant. Banking-finance, real estate, class actions, commercial litigation, corporate transactions, and tax matters; international, state, and Federal. Attorneys at the Midwest office endorse community outreach.