Real Estate Finance and Capital Markets Team Attorney

Job Overview

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Team Attorney to join its Real Estate Finance & Capital Markets team. This role involves providing legal support in commercial real estate finance, with a focus on commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS). The position is designed for attorneys interested in a non-partnership track role with a lower billable hour requirement. The attorney will work directly with prominent clients, supporting complex financial transactions in the CMBS sector.

Location

• New York City

Duties

• Support a key client by abstracting legacy, new issuance, and replacement securitization instruments.
• Utilize proprietary software to manage documentation related to CMBS transactions.
• Review pooling and servicing agreements, indentures, inter-creditor agreements, and co-lender agreements for CMBS loans.
• Collaborate with a team to provide comprehensive legal services in the Real Estate Finance & Capital Markets sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate finance, with a focus on CMBS.
• Familiarity with CMBS documentation, including pooling and servicing agreements.
• Experience with loan servicing transactions is preferred.
• Strong academic credentials and a proven track record in the CMBS area.

Education

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

Certifications

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

Skills

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in handling complex CMBS transactions and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with reduced billable hour requirements.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
• Potential for flexible remote work options.

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.