Commercial Mortgage Lending Attorney

Nyemaster Goode, P.c.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nyemaster Goode, P.c. in Des Moines, IA, is seeking an attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our growing Commercial Mortgage Lending practice.

The ideal candidate will handle sophisticated transactions, including mortgage loans, portfolio transactions, construction and permanent financing, loan modifications, and other secured financing matters. Candidates should have excellent writing and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple transactions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial mortgage lending and related secured financing.
• Experience drafting and negotiating loan documents, reviewing title and survey matters.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions with strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial lending matters for large lenders.
• Draft and negotiate loan documents and coordinate closing processes.
• Review organizational documents and perform due diligence on title/survey issues.

Skills

Commercial mortgage lending

Loan documentation drafting

Due diligence

Closing issues

Job description

Hiring outstanding attorneys and staff, then training and mentoring them is the Nyemaster formula for success.

Location: Des Moines Job Type: Full-Time Date Posted: 9/14/2026 Career Category: Laterals Summary: Seeking an attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our growing Commercial Mortgage Lending practice.

The ideal candidate will have experience with sophisticated commercial lending transactions, including mortgage loans, portfolio transactions, construction and permanent financing, loan modifications, and other secured financing matters. Experience drafting and negotiating loan documents, reviewing organizational and authority documents, analyzing title and survey matters, and addressing due diligence and closing issues is preferred.

Candidates should possess a strong academic background, excellent writing and communication skills, careful attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple transactions effectively.

Join a Chambers Band 1-ranked practice and handle complex commercial lending matters for some of the industry’s largest life insurance company lenders.

Candidates must be eligible for admission to the Iowa Bar by waiver or willing to sit for the next available bar examination.