Overview
Commercial Real Estate Finance Attorney | Lender-Side Practice | Immediate Opportunity
Base pay range: $200,000.00/yr - $400,000.00/yr
Location: Chicago, IL
This Jobot Job is hosted by Dana Paulo. Easy Apply by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending your resume. Salary ranges shown reflect base pay and are determined by skills and experience. This role is focused on lender-side representation in sophisticated institutional lending transactions.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal counsel and guidance to banking clients on all aspects of commercial real estate finance, including loan documentation, deal structuring, and workout and restructuring.
- Represent lenders in complex commercial real estate transactions, including construction lending and CMBS.
- Develop and maintain proactive client relationships, ensuring needs are met and expectations exceeded.
- Stay informed of changes in real estate law and regulations to ensure compliance and provide accurate, up-to-date advice.
- Collaborate with other attorneys and professionals to provide comprehensive legal services.
- Participate in structuring transactions and managing risks.
- Draft and review loan documentation, security agreements, and related documents.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in Illinois and in good standing.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate law with a focus on commercial real estate finance.
- Proven experience representing lenders in commercial real estate transactions.
- In-depth knowledge of CMBS, construction lending, and real estate capital markets.
- Proficient in drafting and reviewing loan documentation.
- Strong understanding of workout and restructuring strategies and risk management.
- Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
Benefits & Additional Details
Elite practice with 100% institutional lending; partnership-track opportunity; direct partner mentorship; hybrid flexibility; downtown Chicago location without BigLaw bureaucracy; comprehensive wellness support; generous PTO; 401(k) match.
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