Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

A law firm in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a skilled Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, extensive experience in real estate finance law within a large law firm, and exceptional writing and communication skills. Experience in managing complex commercial real estate transactions, including mezzanine loans and preferred equity, is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage real estate finance transactions from start to finish, including inception, closing, and post-closing activities.
• Oversee loan origination for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions, with a focus on mezzanine loans and preferred equity.
• Handle asset management and workout scenarios as necessary.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents related to real estate finance transactions.
• Collaborate with clients, lenders, and other parties to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Conduct thorough legal research and provide strategic advice on real estate finance matters.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and firm policies throughout the transaction process.
• Support secondary market repurchase facility work and other exit strategies.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 3 years of broad real estate finance experience, ideally within a large law firm.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing large structured commercial real estate finance transactions, including mezzanine loans and preferred equity.
• Experience in asset management and workout scenarios is preferred.
• Proven ability to handle transactions on behalf of lenders, including secondary market repurchase facility work and other exit strategies.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Admission to the State Bar of Missouri.

Skills

• High level of academic achievement.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in managing complex real estate finance transactions.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and colleagues.

Benefits Offered

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance (voluntary)
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off

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