Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (DC)

$205k - $275k

Tom Trese Networking LLC

REAL ESTATE FINANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Real Estate Finance Practice Group

Locations: Baltimore, MD/ Las Vegas, NV/ Mount Laurel, NJ/ Philadelphia, PA/ Seattle, WA/ Washington, DC/ Minneapolis, MN/ New York, NY

HYBRID

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 national law firm , is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its established Real Estate Finance Practice Group . This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a highly regarded national finance team with experience handling real estate finance transactions across all 50 states. The practice offers exposure to complex structured real estate finance matters, construction lending, preferred equity investments, and distressed commercial real estate transactions. Attorneys benefit from direct client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and close collaboration with experienced partners in a collegial and entrepreneurial environment.

Candidate Profile

  • JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
  • Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing
  • 2-5 years of substantive experience in real estate finance transactions
  • Extensive experience with a wide range of debt, debt-like, and equity transactions secured by or invested in real estate projects
  • Particular experience with construction financing and multi-tiered capital transactions
  • Experience representing lenders, capital providers, borrowers, or a combination thereof
  • Excellent attention to detail, sound business judgment, and strong interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional legal research, drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
  • Commitment to superior client service, with interest in direct client contact and business development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent lenders, capital providers, and borrowers i n complex real estate finance transactions
  • Structure, negotiate, and document construction loans, mortgage financings, preferred equity investments, and other real estate-related financing arrangements
  • Advise clients on sophisticated debt, debt-like, and equity investment structures i nvolving commercial real estate assets
  • Handle multi-tiered capital transactions and structured real estate finance matters
  • Assist with distressed commercial real estate transactions and related financing matters
  • Collaborate closely with partners and clients throughout all phases of transactions
  • Maintain significant client contact while managing multiple matters in a fast-paced practice environment

Why Join Us?

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to join a long-standing , nationally-recognized real estate finance practice that handles high-volume , high-quality transactions across the country . Associates enjoy significant responsibility from day one, including substantial client interaction and hands-on involvement in complex deals . The group prides itself on its supportive, team-focused culture and its strong track record of developing attorneys into sophisticated finance practitioners. For those seeking meaningful exposure to multifamily lending, diverse financing structures, and a collaborative environment with real opportunities for growth , this position provides an outstanding platform .

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $205,000 – $275,000 , commensurate with experience and market conditions
  • Eligibility for the firm's profit-sharing bonus program
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; HSA/FSA; emergency child and elder care; parental leave; an employee assistance program; and commuter benefits
  • Additional Perks : Fertility benefits, 16 weeks of paid childcare leave, and professional development resources, among others

Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter (optional) , resume , deal sheet and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (DC) in Washington DC vacancy
  • $205k - $275k

     ...Great Opportunity Work on sophisticated real estate finance and commercial lending transactions...  ...benefits. Location: Washington, DC. This is an on-site opportunity offering...  ...finance and real estate transactions. Our attorneys combine high-level transactional... 
    Suggested
    Work at office

    Orionplacement

    Washington DC
    10 hours ago
  • $180k - $200k

     ...genuinely complex, high-value real estate transactions — from one of...  ...Generous bonus structure for attorneys who exceed the target ~ Flexible...  ...based out of our Washington, DC office. We operate on a...  ...disposition, leasing, and/or financing documents. Active DC bar admission... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Work at office
    Flexible hours
    3 days per week

    Orion Placement

    Washington DC
    5 hours ago
  •  ...Our client, a prominent regional defense litigation firm is seeking a General Liability Attorney to join their Washington, DC team. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of general liability or civil defense litigation experience. In this position, the attorney will... 
    Suggested
    Work at office
    Remote work
    2 days per week
    3 days per week

    RB Legal Recruiting

    Washington DC
    5 hours ago
  • $200k - $400k

     ...what we can achieve. Together.SummaryDLA Piper is seeking a senior attorney to join its National Security Global Trade practice. The ideal...  ...is a non-partner track position and is open to our Washington, DC office. ResponsibilitiesThe senior attorney will assist with and... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Work at office
    Relocation
    Relocation package

    DLA Piper

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $260k - $390k

     ...- empowering each other to be exceptional and create advantage for our clients.Job DescriptionThe RoleThe Project Development and Finance group advises on all aspects of project development and finance across the energy, infrastructure, natural resources and transport... 
    Suggested
    For contractors
    Local area
    Worldwide

    Clifford Chance

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $225k - $250k

     ...Washington, DC – Senior Attorney Government Relations 3 Minute Read October 21, 2026 Hunton seeks an experienced and collaborative attorney to join its nationally recognized Government Relations practice group as a Senior Attorney in our Washington, DC office.... 
    Work at office

    Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $365k

     ...Washington, DC – Experienced Issues & Appeals Attorney 2 Minute Read September 23, 2026 Hunton’s Litigation team seeks an attorney with at least...  ...Appeals practice group. This full-time, partnership-track associate position will provide overall support to this growing... 
    Full time
    Work at office

    Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

    Washington DC
    1 day ago
  •  ...role with a Band 1 Nationally Ranked Commercial Real Estate Practice at a Vault 25 Firm looking to add multiple associates to its busy practice. The ideal candidate will...  ...a relationship with the chair of the group in DC, and have placed numerous associates in the group... 
    Full time

    Wegman Partners

    Washington DC
    4 days ago
  • $365k - $420k

    SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - ENVIRONMENTAL & LAND USELocation: Washington, DCHYBRIDA prominent international AmLaw 50law firm is seeking a talented...  ...Environmental & Land Use Practice Group in Washington, DC. This position offers the opportunity to advise leading corporations... 

    Tri-S Recruiters

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $185k - $295k

     ..., United States; Washington, DC, United StatesPosted: 2026-10...  ...work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and...  ...Whether you’re an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a...  ...emerging payment systems) and associated billing and transaction disputesAbility... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Work at office

    Goldman Sachs

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $225k - $260k

     ...Practice Group Location: Washington, DC Our client, an international Amlaw 50 firm, is seeking a T alented Privacy Associate to join its highly regarded Cybersecurity...  ...initiatives Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas on complex... 
    Relocation

    H.T. Prof Executive Search

    Washington DC
    1 day ago
  • $210k - $227.5k

     ...Commercial Real Estate / Leasing Transactional Associate We are working with a nationally recognized...  ...; Boston; or Washington, DC office. The firm is also...  ...opportunity for an attorney with at least five years...  ...acquisitions, dispositions, and financing, who is interested in... 
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Oak Ridge Legal Search LLC

    Washington DC
    6 days ago
  • $260k - $365k

     ...achieve. Together.SummaryDLA Piper's Real Estate practice is growing! We seek several Associates with 3-5 years of experience in...  ...and sale, joint venture and financing transactions. We seek candidates...  ...position is open to our Washington, DC office.... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Immediate start
    Relocation
    Relocation package

    DLA Piper

    Washington DC
    2 days ago
  •  ...Global AM Law100 firm seeks antitrust associates for its nationally-recognized Antitrust and Competition practice group. Excellent long term growth prospects. Ideal candidates will have: ~3-6 years of solid antitrust experience either in a law firm or government... 
    Full time

    Wegman Partners

    Washington DC
    2 days ago
  • $260k

     ...create advantage for our clients.Job DescriptionThe RoleIn our Debt Finance Global Product Group, we advise on the full range of debt...  ...advice on sophisticated finance matters.Admission to the Washington, DC bar is required. Preferred class years 2017-2023. Submissions... 
    Local area

    Clifford Chance

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $100k - $115k

     ...strategy. We play a critical role in helping attorneys develop client-centered pricing and rate...  ...collaborates extensively with attorneys, Finance, Billing, Marketing, and Business...  ...for example. New York City and Washington DC Salary Range: Low: $100,000 High: $115,00... 
    Work at office

    Kelley Drye

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $265k - $325k

     ...stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision. Based in Washington D.C., the Managing Attorney work closely with the Director of Managing Attorney’s Offices to develop and implement best practices for electronic filing and... 
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher

    Washington DC
    1 day ago
  • $235k - $365k

     ...INTERNATIONAL TRADE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – MID-LEVEL International Trade Practice Group Location: Washington, D.C. HYBRID Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 international law firm , i s seeking a talented Midlevel Associate Attorney to join its International... 
    Work at office

    KLA Industries, Inc.

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $225k - $365k

     ...Real Estate Associate Attorney Or CounselLocation: Washington, D.C.Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level to senior Real Estate Associate or Counsel...  ...transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and joint ventures for institutional investors and private... 
    Contract work

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    5 days ago
  • $240k - $420k

     ...Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join a leading Am Law firm's nationally recognized Real Estate Practice Group. This...  ...a broad range of commercial real estate and real estate finance transactions. Draft, review, and negotiate transaction... 
    Work at office

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  •  ...an Am Law 100 firm to find a mid-level associate with 3 to 6 years of Real Estate Finance experience to join the firm's office in Washington, DC, Baltimore or Tysons. This is an...  ...target as well. We have placed multiple attorneys into this group and have received very... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Relocation package

    The Merker Group

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $225k - $365k

     ...Debt Finance Associate Attorney Locations: Boston, Chicago, Denver, Washington, DC, Santa Monica, Downtown Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, Reston, San Diego, San Francisco Position: Associate - Debt Finance Compensation Range: $225,000-$365,000+ (location... 
    Temporary work

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    2 days ago
  • $225k - $260k

    PRIVACY ASSOCIATE ATTORNEYCybersecurity,Privacy&DataProtectionPracticeGroupLocation: Washington, DCOur client, an international Amlaw...  ...regulatory investigations, due diligence, and policy development. Attorneys benefit fromdirectclientcontact,meaningfulresponsibility,... 
    Relocation

    Career Development Partners

    Washington DC
    1 day ago
  •  ...Banking & Finance Associate Attorney Banking & Finance Practice Group Preferred Locations: New York, NY | Los Angeles, CA | San Francisco, CA | Washington, DC Other Locations: Settle, WA | Portland, OR | Sacramento, CA | Silicon Valley, CA | Orange County, CA | Houston... 

    TOP DOG Inc

    Washington DC
    3 days ago
  • $175k - $250k

     ...Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney $175000 - $250000 per year | Bethesda, MD | On-Site | Permanent A bit about us: Our client is...  ...Estate Attorney with a strong background in real estate financing to join our client's team. The ideal candidate has 7+ years... 
    Permanent employment
    Local area

    Australia-Employment

    Bethesda, MD
    1 day ago
  • $260k - $365k

     ...Steptoe LLP seeks an associate with 3–5 years of experience advising on securities regulatory matters to join the Firm’s Financial Innovation...  ...Government Affairs and Public Policy group, in our Washington, DC or New York office. The ideal candidate will have experience... 
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    Steptoe LLP

    Washington DC
    1 day ago
  • $260k - $365k

     ...Description Job Description Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join a highly regarded national firm. Location(s):...  ...in purchase and sale transactions, joint ventures, and financing matters , along with immediately transferable skills from... 
    Immediate start

    Direct Counsel

    Washington DC
    more than 2 months ago
  • $190k - $213k

     ...The Washington, D.C. office of Tycko & Zavareei LLP is currently seeking litigation associate attorney candidates, licensed in the District of Columbia, with 3–6 years post-law school litigation experiencefor immediate full‑time employment opportunities. Interested... 
    Full time
    Work at office
    Immediate start
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    Tycko & Zavareei LLP

    Washington DC
    1 day ago
  •  ...Job Description Job Description Law firm is seeking for associate in law school class years 2017 through 2021 to join the labor and employment team. The practice is primarily employer-side litigation, with some advice and investigations work as well. Litigation is... 
    Flexible hours

    Now Hiring You, LLC

    Washington DC
    more than 2 months ago
  • $260k

     ...FINANCIAL SERVICES - ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY Financial Services & Investment Management Practice Group Location: Los Angeles, CA San Francisco, CA Boston, MA New York, NY Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC HYBRID Our client, a global AmLaw 50 law firm, with a nationally... 
    Work at office
    Relocation package

    MDS Staffing

    Washington DC
    4 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (DC). Be the first to apply!