Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in San Diego, CA, is seeking a highly qualified Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess high academic achievement, substantial experience in real estate finance law at a large law firm, and exceptional writing and communication skills.

Duties:

• Manage and run transactions on behalf of lenders from inception through closing and post-closing.
• Handle loan origination work for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions, including mezzanine loans and preferred equity.
• Provide asset management and workout services.
• Conduct secondary market repurchase facility work and other exit strategies.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents related to real estate finance transactions.
• Advise clients on legal and regulatory matters related to real estate finance.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, clients, and external parties to ensure smooth and efficient transaction processes.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3+ years of broad real estate finance experience.
• Extensive experience in loan origination work for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions.
• Preferred experience in mezzanine loans, preferred equity, asset management, and workout services.
• Proven ability to run transactions on behalf of lenders from inception through closing and post-closing.
• Solid experience in secondary market repurchase facility work and other exit strategies.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• Superb writing and communication skills.
• High level of academic achievement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance, including Vision
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off

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