Real Estate Finance Associate (Mid-Level)

Associate Attorney - Transactional Real Estate Finance Starting Salary: $190,000 - $225,000I'm working with a highly respected legal team seeking a talented Real Estate Finance Associate to join a sophisticated commercial lending practice. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with lenders on complex real estate-secured financing transactions while building meaningful client relationships in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.The OpportunityThis is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys managing transactional matters from documentation through closing and wants to deepen client-facing responsibilities. The practice focuses heavily on commercial real estate finance, including construction lending and other complex loan structures, with a strong emphasis on delivering practical, business-focused legal counsel.You'll work alongside experienced attorneys and paralegals in a collaborative setting that encourages professional growth, client development, and long-term career advancement.What You'll DoRepresent commercial lenders in a variety of real estate-secured financing transactions.Draft, review, and negotiate loan documentation.Lead and support financing transactions from initial structuring through closing.Advise clients on complex lending matters, including construction and commercial real estate loans.Review and analyze title insurance and related due diligence materials.Collaborate directly with lenders, borrowers' counsel, title companies, and transaction stakeholders.Build and maintain strong client relationships while managing matters efficiently and effectively.Work closely with a team of attorneys and legal professionals to deliver high-quality client service.What We're Looking ForJ.D. degree and active bar admission in good standing (or ability to become licensed as required).At least 4 years of transactional real estate finance experience.Significant experience representing lenders in real estate-secured financing transactions.Strong background in documenting, negotiating, and closing commercial lending transactions.Understanding of title insurance and related real estate due diligence.Experience handling West Coast transactional matters is strongly preferred.Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering outstanding client service.Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.Self-motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and can manage matters independently.BenefitsMedical, dental and prescription coverage. The firm fully-subsidizes employees' coverage premiums.Medical expense reimbursement program for medical expenses not covered by health insuranceLife and disability insurance401(k) retirement plan401(k) profit sharing programCommuter expense assistance for mass transit and parkingPaid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. We offer three weeks' vacation for associates and grant up to 75 hours of paid sick leave per year. We also offer 10 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.Hybrid work for eligible positions.Paid parental leaveSabbatical program for principalsMobile phone and cellular service