Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview

An established law firm seeks a highly skilled and motivated attorney to join its Real Estate Finance Practice Group. This position offers opportunities for client interaction, professional growth, and collaboration within a dynamic legal environment.

Location

• Chicago, IL

Duties

• Handle loan origination work for large, structured commercial real estate finance transactions, including mezzanine loans and preferred equity.
• Manage asset management and workout matters for real estate finance transactions.
• Lead transactions on behalf of lenders from inception through closing and post-closing stages.
• Perform secondary market repurchase facility work and implement other exit strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in real estate finance law.
• Large law firm background.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex transactions independently.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction where the candidate intends to practice.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in relevant jurisdiction(s).

Skills

• Expertise in structured commercial real estate finance transactions.
• Proficiency in loan origination, asset management, and transactional work.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with the drive to contribute to a growing national practice.

Benefits

• Discretionary performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Paid time off.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.