Commercial Transaction Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A prominent law firm specializing in banking and financial services seeks a motivated Commercial Transaction Associate to join its transaction team. The role focuses primarily on U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lending transactions and is suited for an attorney with lending experience who is detail-oriented, communicative, and able to manage a dynamic workload. This position offers the potential for remote work for qualified candidates, along with a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Duties

• Negotiate loan documentation for SBA lending transactions
• Review title work, surveys, and other property-related documents
• Conduct UCC/lien searches to ensure security and legal compliance
• Examine leases, lease agreements, purchase agreements, and other transactional documents
• Perform due diligence on sale documentation and related items
• Manage a high-volume, multi-faceted workload independently and collaboratively
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members to facilitate transaction completion

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in lending transactions or related financial services legal work
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in conducting detailed document reviews and maintaining thorough documentation

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Minnesota or eligibility to obtain licensure in Minnesota

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team
• SBA lending experience is preferred but not required
• Proficiency with legal documentation and transaction management tools