Transactional Attorney

Job Description Job Title:

Transactional Attorney

Location:

Seattle, Washington

Schedule:

Hybrid (4 days remote / 1 day in-office)

Pay Rate:

$85-$110/hour (Contract) or $190,000-$225,000 (Direct Hire)

Employment Type:

Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire

Job Description:

LHH Recruitment Solutions is working with a well-respected Seattle law firm that is seeking a Transactional Attorney with at least 4 years of experience handling commercial real estate transactions and bank financing matters. This role focuses on representing commercial lenders in sophisticated financing transactions, including real estate-secured lending, construction financing, loan documentation, UCC filings, and related due diligence. The position offers significant client interaction, transaction ownership, and the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team of attorneys and paralegals. This is a hybrid opportunity based in Seattle and is available on either a contract-to-hire or direct hire basis. An active Washington State Bar license, prior law firm experience, and experience representing banks or other lending institutions are required.

Draft, review, negotiate, and revise commercial loan and financing documents Represent lender clients in commercial lending, real estate finance, and secured transactions Manage real estate-secured financing matters from initial due diligence through closing Handle UCC filings, loan documentation, collateral review, and related financing matters Coordinate title, survey, and other real estate due diligence requirements Advise clients regarding construction loans, acquisition financing, and other commercial lending transactions Work directly with clients, title companies, borrowers, and opposing counsel to facilitate successful closings Assist with structuring and documenting complex financing transactions Maintain strong client relationships and provide practical business-oriented legal advice

J.D. from an accredited law school Active Washington State Bar membership required 4+ years of transactional attorney experience focused on commercial real estate and finance matters Prior experience representing banks, lenders, or financial institutions required Strong experience with commercial lending transactions, loan documentation, and secured financing matters Experience handling UCC filings and related secured transaction requirements Familiarity with title insurance, title review, and real estate due diligence Previous law firm experience required Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and client management skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment

Why Consider This Opportunity? Sophisticated commercial lending and real estate finance practice High level of client interaction and transaction ownership Flexible hybrid schedule (4 days remote / 1 day in-office) Contract-to-hire or direct hire options available Competitive compensation and long-term growth potential within a collaborative team environment

Benefits: Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Pay Details:

$85.00 to $110.00 per hour

Search managed by:

Keaton Anderson

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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