Associate Attorney

Kayne Anderson; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Big Law compensation

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Halliam PLLC in Boca Raton, FL is seeking an associate attorney with a passion for real estate financing transactions on both the lender and borrower sides. The candidate should handle high-stakes, complex financings on expedited timelines and work well in small teams.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in real estate finance, including loan origination, refinancings, and mezzanine loans; a JD and active Florida bar are required. The role offers Big Law–style compensation and solid benefits.

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• 2–5 years of real estate finance experience, preferably with an AM Law 100 firm.
• Bar admission in good standing in Florida.
• Ability to work in small teams and independently; analytical, creative problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-stakes, complex commercial real estate financing transactions.
• Represent both lender and borrower sides as needed.
• Work on expedited timelines in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Real estate finance

Lender & borrower experience

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

JD degree

Bar admission (FL)

Job description

Position Overview

Halliam PLLC, is looking to hire an associate attorney with a passion for real estate financing transactions on both the lender and borrower side, who is an energetic hard worker, capable of handling high-stakes, complex financing transactions on an expedited timeline. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience with commercial real estate finance, including loan originations, refinancings, mezzanine loans and similar transactions. This position will be based in the firm's Boca Raton, Florida office.

About Halliam PLLC

Halliam PLLC is a boutique law firm which specializes in nearly all facets of real estate debt origination and loan work. Halliam serves as a captive law firm to Kayne Anderson Real Estate, supporting its real estate debt origination and loan-related activities. Kayne Anderson Real Estate manages $22 billion in assets across opportunistic equity, core equity, and real estate debt, with sector expertise in medical office, seniors housing, off-campus student housing, multifamily housing, self-storage, and light industrial. Kayne Anderson Real Estate is part of Kayne Anderson, a $43 billion alternative investment management firm with more than 41 years of experience in the real estate, credit, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a well-recognized and accredited law school
• Admission to a state bar and in good standing
• 2-5 years of experience in real estate finance with an AM Law 100 firm
• Understanding of real estate financing transactions and a strong desire to learn
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Experience with a variety of complex commercial real estate finance transactions, including lender side and borrower side representations
• Ability to work in small teams and independentlyAnalytical, creative, and innovative approach to solving problems

Benefits

• Compensation package that is competitive with or in excess of New York "Big Law" market standards for the right candidate
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employment with the company is contingent on the applicant being able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire.

Halliam is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.