Real Estate Finance Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a talented Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney to join the Omaha office of a nationally recognized law firm.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in building a sophisticated transactional practice, with a focus on complex real estate finance, taxable and tax-exempt financing, and low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) transactions.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced partners and institutional clients on meaningful financing and real estate transactions. The firm offers a collaborative environment, hands-on experience, and opportunities for long-term professional development and advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage due diligence for real estate and financing transactions.

• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents involving real estate acquisitions, lending, and financing.

• Prepare loan agreements, security instruments, and related financing documentation.

• Review and analyze title commitments, surveys, and other real estate due diligence materials.

• Coordinate transaction closings and ensure timely completion of required documentation.

• Prepare and review organizational documents, resolutions, and other corporate authorization materials.

• Confirm that necessary approvals and closing conditions are satisfied before execution.

• Research and analyze applicable laws, regulations, and legal developments affecting real estate and finance transactions.

• Collaborate with partners, clients, lenders, and other transaction participants throughout the deal process.

Qualifications

Required:

• 1+ years of transactional experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.

• Active Nebraska Bar license in good standing, or the ability to obtain admission within one year.

• Experience with real estate transactions, commercial finance, or related transactional matters.

• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities while working independently and collaboratively.

Preferred:

• Experience with commercial real estate lending or structured finance.

• Familiarity with taxable or tax-exempt financing transactions.

• Exposure to affordable housing development or low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC).

• Strong academic credentials.

Candidates with transferable transactional experience and an interest in developing expertise in real estate finance and affordable housing transactions are encouraged to apply.