Corporate Counsel

Builders Capital; California; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible work environment

National reach

Job summary

Builders Capital's Casa Lending team is seeking a Corporate Counsel to ensure loan origination is properly perfected across jurisdictions. You will coordinate with the Loan Production Team, outside counsel, and Title Companies to manage closings, review title policies, and handle related legal matters.

This remote role prefers candidates in the Pacific Time Zone and requires a J.D. with 3–5 years' experience and a California license.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed attorney in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction; California license required.
• 3–5 years of relevant corporate or real estate lending experience.
• Experience closing complex real estate transactions across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate loan closings and ensure proper perfection across jurisdictions.
• Review, prepare and distribute complex loan documents, including loan agreements and deeds.
• Negotiate and finalize loan terms to align with credit approvals; draft ancillary documents.
• Prepare, review and distribute other legal documents, including UCC filings and resignations.
• Conduct title reviews to confirm first lien positions on all loans.
• Coordinate with title companies to ensure accurate recording and finalization of title policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet deadlines and ensure smooth loan closings.
• Draft and review updates to loan documentation as needed; escalate issues timely.
• Review borrowing entity documents and confirm execution authority.
• Manage high-volume workload with accuracy and urgency; support cross-departmental needs.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Title review coordination

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Builders Capital is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our Casa Lending team. This role is responsible for ensuring that originated loans are properly perfected across all jurisdictions in which we operate. You’ll collaborate closely with our Loan Production Team, outside counsel, and Title Companies to manage loan closings, review title policies, and handle other legal matters related to loan origination.

Casa Lending is one of the fastest-growing private money lending firms in the United States. Our mission is to help real estate investors profitably scale their business by offering a best-in-class suite of loan products and leveraging top talent.

What You'll Do:

• Partner with the Loan Production Team to ensure loans are properly perfected across multiple jurisdictions while delivering a first-class client experience.
• Review, distribute, and occasionally prepare complex loan documents, including Loan Agreements, Mortgages, Deeds of Trust, and related legal instruments.
• Negotiate and finalize loan terms to align with credit approvals and internal requirements; draft ancillary documents such as Subordination Agreements and Corporate Resolutions.
• Prepare, review, and distribute other legal documents, including Loan Discharges, Assignments, Extensions, UCC filings, and additional signed instruments.
• Conduct title reviews to confirm first lien positions on all loans.
• Coordinate with Title Companies to ensure accurate recording, filing, and finalization of title policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet tight deadlines and ensure smooth loan closings.
• Complete final review of all closing document packages.
• Draft and review ad hoc updates or enhancements to loan documentation as needed, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Review borrowing entity documents and confirm execution authority.
• Manage a high-volume workload independently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support cross-departmental legal needs on an ad hoc basis.

• This role is remote; however, candidates located in the Pacific Time Zone are strongly preferred.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Licensed attorney in good standing with active bar admission in a U.S. jurisdiction; California License required.
• Experience closing complex real estate transactions in multiple jurisdictions strongly preferred.
• Proficiency reviewing title policies in connection with residential loan closings preferred.
• Familiarity with lender documentation and loan packages.
• General understanding of secured transactions and lien priority.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to execute with urgency and precision in a deadline-driven environment.
• Comfortable adopting and utilizing new technology.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Innovative Environment - Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the construction finance industry, with access to cutting-edge technology and resources.
• Work Flexibility - Enjoy a flexible work environment that allows you to balance professional responsibilities with personal life.
• National Impact - Be part of a nationwide operation shaping the future of construction financing and making a meaningful impact for builders, developers, and homeowners across the U.S.
• Health Insurance - Casa Lending pays 100% of medical insurance premiums, offering both PPO and HSA plan options.
• Competitive Compensation - We offer competitive wages that reflect your expertise and performance.
• Paid Time Off - Recharge with 3 weeks of paid time off annually.
• Paid Holidays - Enjoy 10 paid holidays each year.

We’re here to support you both professionally and personally-because when you thrive, we all thrive.

Casa Lending is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and welcomes all qualified applicants. This is a full-time, exempt position. The job description contained herein is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities and may change without notice.