Banking and Real Estate Transactions Counsel

Larson Maddox; California; On-site; USD 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Banking and Real Estate Transactions Counsel to join their growing real estate and finance practice. The role involves representing lenders in complex financing transactions and managing real estate deals while providing practical and client-focused solutions. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in finance and real estate law, strong negotiation skills, and be admitted to the California Bar. This position is hybrid, offering the chance to work on high-value transactions while enabling career growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant legal experience in banking, finance, and real estate transactions.
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate finance, mortgage warehouse lending, and servicing rights.
• Previous law firm experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Represent lenders in complex financing deals including compliance and structuring.
• Counsel on property acquisitions, dispositions, and agreement drafting.
• Prepare and review complex loan documents and negotiate terms.
• Oversee transactions, coordinating with clients, lenders, and third parties.

Skills

Commercial real estate finance

Mortgage warehouse lending

Servicing rights

Complex negotiations

Education

Jurisdictional admission to the California Bar

Job description

Banking and Real Estate Transactions Counsel

A leading client in the Los Angeles area is seeking an experienced Banking and Real Estate Transactions Counsel to join a prominent and growing real estate and finance practice in Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions and collaborate with top-tier professionals in a dynamic environment. This position sits in a hybrid environment in the Los Angeles metro.

Base pay

$220,000.00/yr - $320,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Represent Lenders in complex financing deals
  • Advise and structure commercial real estate financing transactions, including mortgage warehouse facilities and servicing rights agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Manage Real Estate Transactions for Owners
  • Provide counsel on property acquisitions, dispositions, and related agreements.
  • Draft and negotiate purchase and sale contracts, closing documents, and ancillary agreements.
• Drafting & Negotiation Excellence
  • Prepare and review complex loan documents, security agreements, and related instruments.
  • Negotiate terms that balance legal risk with business objectives.
• Deal Management & Client Service
  • Oversee transactions from inception to closing, coordinating with clients, lenders, and third parties.
  • Deliver practical, business-oriented solutions under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 8 years of relevant legal experience in banking, finance, and real estate transactions.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of commercial real estate finance, mortgage warehouse lending, and servicing rights.
• Previous law firm experience is a must.
• Bar Admission: Must be admitted to the California Bar.

Preferred Background

• Experience representing owners in general real estate transactions, including acquisitions and sales.
• Familiarity with multi-party negotiations and complex deal structures.

Why This Role?

• Work on high-value, sophisticated transactions.
• Join a collaborative team that values innovation, precision, and client-focused solutions.
• Opportunity for career growth and leadership within a respected group.