CMBS Associate Attorney - Global Finance Leader

KLA Industries, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 234,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

AmLaw 50 law firm seeks a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join its Global Finance group in multiple U.S. offices (Boston, New York, Charlotte, Philadelphia).

JD from a top-tier school, active bar in the relevant jurisdiction, and 3–6 years in securitization/CMBS are required. Experience drafting and negotiating securitization documents, plus CRE loan facilities familiarity, is essential.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3–6 years of substantive experience in securitization and structured finance, specifically within the CMBS space.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex securitization documents, such as pooling and servicing agreements, mortgage loan purchase agreements, bid letters, and investor certifications.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate repurchase facilities and warehouse lending.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a key team member in transactions, managing due diligence and leading deals through closing.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on a variety of CMBS transactions, including CRE CLOs, for a diverse client base comprising issuers, underwriters, and investors.
• Lead the preparation and negotiation of transaction documents, including bid letters, confidentiality agreements, securitization disclosures, and operative agreements.
• Actively participate in deal structuring, assisting with due diligence, transaction execution, and post-closing matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards.
• Collaborate with team members across the Global Finance group, leveraging the firm’s resources and industry expertise to deliver premier client service.

Skills

Bar Admission

Securitization experience

Securitization drafting

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

AmLaw 50 law firm seeks a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join its Global Finance group in multiple U.S. offices (Boston, New York, Charlotte, Philadelphia).

JD from a top-tier school, active bar in the relevant jurisdiction, and 3–6 years in securitization/CMBS are required. Experience drafting and negotiating securitization documents, plus CRE loan facilities familiarity, is essential.