Corporate Counsel

Builders Capital Exchange; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative Environment

Work Flexibility

National Impact

Health Insurance

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Builders Capital is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our Casa Lending team. This role ensures originated loans are properly perfected across jurisdictions where we operate and collaborates with Loan Production, outside counsel, and Title Companies to manage closings and review title policies.

The position requires a J.D. with 3–5 years of experience, active bar admission in the US (California preferred), and strong real estate loan closing experience.

Qualifications

• JD 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 is preferred.
• Proficiency reviewing title policies in residential loan closings.
• Familiarity with lender documentation and loan packages.
• Understanding of secured transactions and lien priority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Comfortable adopting new technology.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Loan Production Team to ensure loans are perfected across jurisdictions.
• Review and prepare loan documents, including Loan Agreements and Mortgages.
• Negotiate loan terms to align with credit approvals; draft related documents.
• Prepare and distribute other loan-related documents and UCC filings.
• Conduct title reviews and coordinate with Title Companies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet deadlines and close closings.
• Complete final review of closing document packages and updates to loan documentation.
• Review borrowing entity documents and confirm execution authority.
• Manage a high-volume workload independently with accuracy.
• Support cross-departmental legal needs as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Deadline-driven

Detail oriented

Education

J.D. degree

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.