Senior Attorney - Real Estate

The Quest Organization; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing real estate investment firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney in Los Angeles to support complex real estate transactions and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in real estate and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include overseeing distressed asset strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing legal guidance. Join a dynamic team to drive successful asset resolution strategies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in real estate, special assets, loan servicing, mortgage operations, or related financial services.
• Strong knowledge of distressed debt and real estate transactions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support real estate closings, loan workouts, restructurings, and asset dispositions.
• Oversee distressed asset strategies including modifications and foreclosures.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to mortgage lending.

Skills

Real estate experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Growing real estate investment and lending platform seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to support complex real estate transactions, distressed assets, and regulatory compliance matters. This role partners cross-functionally with legal, capital markets, servicing, and asset management teams to manage risk and drive successful asset resolution strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support real estate closings, loan workouts, restructurings, and asset dispositions
• Oversee distressed asset strategies including modifications, forbearance, foreclosure, bankruptcy, REO, and note sales
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to mortgage lending and servicing
• Assist with regulatory exams, audits, and investor reporting
• Implement risk mitigation controls and process improvements
• Provide legal and strategic guidance on complex transactions and special assets
• Respond to escalations from internal stakeholders, investors, and borrowers

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in real estate, special assets, loan servicing, mortgage operations, or related financial services
• Strong knowledge of distressed debt, loan workouts, and real estate transactions
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks impacting lending and servicing
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally