Real Estate Finance Associate Am Law Firm

About the Position

We are working with a Midwest-based Am Law firm that has an active need for a real estate finance lawyer (2-6 yrs) to join its Chicago office as an associate. This firm’s real estate group is a core practice of the firm and handles all aspects of real estate deals, from acquisition through development, debt and equity financing, leasing, and disposition.

The practice is Chambers-ranked and is recognized by Legal 500 and Best Law Firms.

• Chambers-ranked real estate practice
• First-generation firm with strong commitment to its collegial and entrepreneurial culture.
• Ranked by Vault Law as a top law firm to work in the Midwest
• Opportunity for immediate client contact

• Handle loan origination work for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions, including mezzanine loans and preferred equity, asset management, and workout experience
• Run transactions on behalf of lenders from inception through closing and post-closing, including secondary market repurchase facility work and other exit strategies

• 2-6 years of real estate finance experience
• Large law firm experience
• Strong academic credentials and writing

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $220,000 – $390,000.