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Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (3-7 Years)

$225k - $420k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 10 law firm to identify a highly qualified Real Estate Finance Associate (3–7 years of experience) to join its Real Estate Finance practice in Los Angeles .

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking to work on sophisticated commercial real estate financing transactions within one of the most prominent real estate platforms in the market. The team represents private equity sponsors, institutional investors, lenders, and borrowers in complex and high-value real estate debt financings across a wide range of asset classes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on commercial real estate debt financing transactions

  • Structure and negotiate mortgage and mezzanine financings

  • Work on preferred equity investments and structured real estate financings

  • Assist with permanent and bridge loan originations

  • Handle construction loans, loan participations, and syndicated loan transactions

  • Work on co-lender arrangements, intercreditor agreements, loan sales, workouts, and restructurings

  • Collaborate with deal teams on complex and high-value real estate finance transactions

Qualifications
  • 3–7 years of commercial real estate finance experience at a leading law firm

  • Experience with mortgage and mezzanine financings and structured real estate transactions

  • Familiarity with syndicated lending, intercreditor arrangements, and loan participations

  • Experience handling workouts and restructurings is a plus

  • Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills

  • Outstanding academic credentials

  • Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment

  • Admission to the California Bar or eligibility to obtain admission

Why This Opportunity
  • Join a top-tier AmLaw 10 real estate finance practice

  • Work on high-value and complex commercial real estate financing transactions

  • Collaborate with leading real estate investors, lenders, and private equity sponsors

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

  • Strong opportunities for mentorship, advancement, and long-term career growth

Compensation

The anticipated salary range is $225,000 – $420,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and internal compensation structures. The firm also offers a robust benefits package for attorneys and employees.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through directcounsel.net with your resume and law transcripts.

Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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