Chicago | Hybrid

Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing lenders, borrowers, developers, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors in sophisticated commercial real estate finance transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of commercial real estate finance or finance transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing lenders, borrowers, developers, private equity sponsors, institutional investors, and financial institutions

• Experience handling commercial mortgage loans, acquisition financings, construction loans, mezzanine financings, bridge loans, syndicated loans, and other secured lending transactions

• Experience drafting and negotiating loan agreements, mortgage documents, security agreements, guaranties, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documentation

• Experience reviewing title, survey, zoning, organizational documents, and real estate due diligence materials

• Experience advising clients regarding real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and financing structures

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated national real estate finance platform

✅ Exposure to complex commercial real estate lending transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent leading financial institutions, developers, and investors

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 200 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174