Real Estate Finance Attorney

Direct Counsel; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (mid-level) to join a leading global law firm in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have substantive experience representing lenders in sophisticated commercial real estate finance transactions, including mortgage, mezzanine, and construction loans.

This role involves drafting and negotiating loan documents, advising clients through the lifecycle of deals, and collaborating across practice areas to deliver practical,

Qualifications

• Substantive real estate finance experience.
• Experience representing lenders in commercial real estate transactions.
• Strong drafting, negotiating, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and client-service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent lenders in sophisticated commercial real estate finance transactions.
• Handle mortgage, mezzanine, and construction real estate loan transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate loan agreements and related documents.
• Advise clients throughout the lifecycle of real estate finance transactions, from structuring to closing.
• Assist with real estate acquisitions and dispositions and related matters.
• Collaborate with clients and attorneys across practice areas to provide practical solutions.
• Manage multiple transactions with attention to detail and client service.

Skills

Real estate finance

Lenders representation

Drafting & negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (mid-level) to join a leading global law firm and its highly regarded Real Estate Finance practice in Washington, D.C. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced real estate finance attorney to work on sophisticated transactions with leading institutional lenders and other market participants.

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have substantive experience representing lenders in a range of commercial real estate finance transactions, including mortgage, mezzanine, and construction loans. Experience with real estate acquisitions and dispositions is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent lenders in sophisticated commercial real estate finance transactions.
• Handle mortgage, mezzanine, and construction real estate loan transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate loan agreements and related transaction documents.
• Advise clients throughout the lifecycle of real estate finance transactions, from initial structuring and due diligence through closing.
• Assist with real estate acquisitions and dispositions and related transactional matters.
• Work closely with clients and attorneys across practice areas to develop practical, commercially focused solutions.
• Manage multiple sophisticated transactions while maintaining strong attention to detail and client service.

Qualifications

• Mid-level Associate Attorney with substantive real estate finance experience.
• Meaningful experience representing lenders in commercial real estate transactions.
• Experience with mortgage, mezzanine, and construction loans strongly preferred.
• Experience with real estate acquisitions and dispositions preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Prior law firm experience required.
• Admission to the District of Columbia Bar required.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $260,000–$420,000 annually, with actual compensation determined based on experience and other relevant factors.