Real Estate Finance and Capital Markets Team Attorney

Job Overview

A prominent law firm is seeking a Team Attorney with a strong background in commercial real estate finance and commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS). This role offers an alternative to the traditional partnership track with reduced billable hours and minimal non-billable requirements. The position involves working directly with significant clients, abstracting securitization instruments, and providing support across a range of real estate finance transactions.

Location

• Winston-Salem

Duties

• Abstract legacy, new issuance, and replacement special servicer securitization instruments using client-specific proprietary software.
• Review and manage documentation related to CMBS, including pooling and servicing agreements, indentures, inter-creditor agreements, and co-lender agreements.
• Collaborate with a team to provide comprehensive legal services in real estate finance.
• Support one of the firm’s key clients, with potential to expand into other capital markets transactions.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in commercial real estate finance, with a focus on CMBS.
• Familiarity with relevant documentation for CMBS transactions.
• Experience in loan servicing transactions is advantageous.
• Strong academic credentials and a proven track record in real estate finance.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in the jurisdiction of one of the specified office locations, or eligibility for reciprocity/waiver.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in handling complex CMBS transactions and related documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a lower billable hour requirement.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible remote work options available.

This Amlaw firm specializes in intellectual property and is committed to providing its associates with both a positive work environment and sophisticated work. Flexible scheduling and pro-bono work are aspects highly valued by the firm. This firm has also obtained its second perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index as Best Place to Work for LGBT equality.