Housing Finance Associate

2-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Housing Finance Associate - Minneapolis
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Experience: 2-4 years of legal experience in commercial real estate finance

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Housing Finance Associate to join our Finance Department at Ballard Spahr LLP in our Minneapolis office. Our ideal candidate will have at least two to four years of legal experience in commercial real estate finance and strong academic credentials. This is a hybrid position with the expectation of working in the office approximately three days per week.

About Ballard Spahr LLP:
Ballard Spahr LLP is a national law firm with over 600 lawyers and 15 offices across the United States. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Our firm values and integrates people from all backgrounds into every part of our organization, including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQAI+ community, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities:
- Provide legal support and advice to clients on commercial real estate finance matters
- Work on transactions involving multifamily lenders, including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and FHA
- Assist with emerging market opportunities, structured finance, and preferred equity originations
- Handle commercial loan servicing, including non-performing loans
- Conduct legal research and draft legal documents and agreements
- Communicate with clients and colleagues in a professional and effective manner
- Stay up-to-date on industry developments and changes in laws and regulations

Qualifications:
- Active bar license in Minnesota is preferred
- 2-4 years of legal experience in commercial real estate finance
- Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school
- Experience with multifamily lenders, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and FHA is a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Work with a diverse and inclusive team
- Make a positive impact in the community through pro bono work and community service projects

At Ballard Spahr, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is valued and given equal opportunities for success. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and more innovative, and we are committed to supporting the communities where we live and work.

Join our team and become part of our long-standing national finance practice, with the opportunity to work on transactions in all 50 states. Apply now and start your career with Ballard Spahr LLP, a firm that values diversity, inclusion, and excellence.

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Legal experience, Strong academic credentials, Active bar license in MN, Diversity and inclusion

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Interested candidates should submit their application through the Ballard Spahr LLP website.

Qualification and Experience At least two to four years of legal experience, Active bar license in MN (preferred)

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