CMBS Structured Finance Attorney

DLA Piper; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its finance group, focusing on CMBS and structured finance, with opportunities across U.S. offices.

The role emphasizes legal research, writing, client interaction, negotiations, and collaboration with partners to support transactions from inception to closing; hybrid in-office work with some work-from-home flexibility. Candidates should have a JD and at least 2 years in a law firm; CMBS/real estate finance experience preferred; admitted to practice in

Qualifications

• Must have a JD and admitted to practice in the state where the office is located.
• Minimum 2 years of law firm experience; CMBS/structured finance preferred.
• Experience with commercial real estate finance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research to support case and transaction preparation.
• Draft briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist/manage complex cases and transactions from inception to resolution.
• Interact with clients and stakeholders professionally.
• Collaborate with lawyers and professionals to develop strategies.
• Attend hearings, depositions, negotiations, and trials.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and firm policies.

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Client Interaction

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

JD

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its finance group, focusing on CMBS and structured finance, with opportunities across U.S. offices.

The role emphasizes legal research, writing, client interaction, negotiations, and collaboration with partners to support transactions from inception to closing; hybrid in-office work with some work-from-home flexibility. Candidates should have a JD and at least 2 years in a law firm; CMBS/real estate finance experience preferred; admitted to practice in