Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

1-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney for their Chicago, IL office. This position entails handling commercial real estate transactions, including acquisition, disposition, financing, and leasing.

Job Overview:

The Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney will focus on commercial real estate transactions, including documenting and closing acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leases. This role requires 2-4 years of commercial real estate law experience and a strong academic background, with admission to the Illinois Bar.

Duties:

• Documenting and closing commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financings.
• Handling office, retail, and industrial leasing matters, with potential experience in development and ground leasing considered a plus.
• Conducting legal research, due diligence, and title review for real estate transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating transactional documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Providing legal counsel and support to clients on real estate matters, including regulatory compliance and risk assessment.
• Collaborating with other attorneys and stakeholders within the firm to deliver comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of commercial real estate law experience.
• Strong understanding of real estate finance, leasing, and transactional matters.
• . degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar or eligibility for admission in good standing.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in Illinois.

Skills:

• Proficiency in documenting and closing commercial real estate transactions.
• Excellent negotiation and contract drafting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality of work.

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