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EOE-Protected Veterans/Disability. The Chicago office seeking a real estate finance associate with 4-6 years of experience to join the Real Estate Capital Markets team in the Finance Group. Significant experience representing lenders and borrowers on mortgage loans and other real estate financings is required, including negotiating loan documents, coordinating, preparing and reviewing due diligence materials and closing deliverables, and preparing and negotiating legal opinions. Experience with CMBS loans is a plus but not required. Candidates should have immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized law schools, as well as either prior experience at a large law firm or in-house experience at a large financial institution or financial sponsor. Interested candidates should apply. Requirements: JD and at least 4 years of experience.

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PPP 1874000 | Revenue 2835986000 | Total Attorney 4683 | Partners 655 | Counsel 175 | Associates 559 | Partner:Associate 1.2:1 | M:F Ratio 1.7:1 | Real Estate 205

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Established firm is seeking an associate with 2-6 years of experience to work with its Real Estate practice group in the New York office. This firm is looking to add a team member with debt and equity experience with a particular emphasis on lending in the origination, restructuring, and workout of commercial mortgage and mezzanine loans and the sale and purchase of those loans, including intercreditor arrangements. The associate will join a practice that also counsels in various other types of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions, development work, construction financing, joint ventures, and preferred equity investments. The associate will have extensive interaction with a variety of clients including major financial institutions, commercial and investment banks, insurance companies, developers, and other investors. This position provides a significant opportunity for a varied practice with a cohesive team. The ideal candidates will possess: Two-six years of law firm experience. Skills and knowledge related to a broad range of debt and equity real estate matters. Excellent writing and analytical skills. Strong academic records and communication abilities. Confidence, professionalism, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to assume immediate responsibility for matters in an active, growing practice. This firm hires attorneys who will contribute to the firm collaborative culture and reputation for excellence in every respect. The firm cultivates exceptional attorneys across all levels by providing them with the tools and experiences needed to build successful careers. This firm is also strongly committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and appreciates the significant role a diverse community plays in the firm development, perspective, and service to clients. Any qualified candidate, who would like to become a valued contributor to a talented and dynamic team of attorneys, to send a resume and transcript.

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Seeking a Transactional Associate Attorney with three to five years of experience to join the Banking and Financial Services Division in Denver Tech Center Office. Real Estate Lending, including construction lending, multi-family, development, acquisition, retail and office. Commercial Lending, including revolving lines of credit, borrowing base certificates, equipment financing

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Associate with 4-6 years of experience in commercial real estate and/or commercial real estate finance for the Lending and Servicing Practice Group of an established firm. Applicants must have a good academic record and excellent written and oral communication skills. Please submit resume, law school transcript and cover letter. This firm is an equal opportunity employer.

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This firm seeks a real estate associate for its,New Jersey office with experience in commercial mortgage finance. Structured finance and/or CMBS experience a plus. The ideal candidate will have strong writing, organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to run transactions autonomously and as part of a team. Interested applicants should send their cover letter, resume, a list of representative transactions and transcript. This firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The San Francisco office of this AM20 firm is seeking a Counsel-level Real Estate lawyer with substantial experience representing institutional investors, owners, lenders and developers in acquisition, disposition and related transactional matters and in secured, mezzanine and structured loan transactions. Experience with joint ventures, including foreign and tax structuring, is a plus.

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PPP 1702000 | Revenue 1389000000 | Total Attorney 1804 | Partners 410 | Counsel 128 | Associates 435 | Partner:Associate 1:1.1 | M:F Ratio 1.9:1 | Real Estate 83

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Mid-level or higher (7+ years) attorney with experience in commercial lending representing borrowers and financial institutions, as well as commercial real estate. Practice will include all aspects of asset-based and real estate lending and real estate transactions related to acquisition, development, construction, finance, lease and disposition of commercial, residential and retail projects. An excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to a robust and well-established practice in a collaborative and supporting environment. Having a book of business is a plus. VA Bar (or ability to waive in) required. MD and DC Bars are a plus. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please send resume and cover letter.

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Financial Services Practice Group in Los Angeles seeking a junior associate with 1-2 years of real estate and/or commercial real estate lending experience. Working knowledge of the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac multifamily lending programs is preferred. Candidates must have excellent academic credentials, demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills, and be admitted to practice in California.

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A national full-service business law firm with 240 attorneys and 26 locations across the United States seeking an Associate for Foreclosure practice. New York and New Jersey Bar required with New York experience preferred. Preference to be located in our Edison, New Jersey office. An equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.. Ranked amongst American Lawyer’s Am Law 200, as one of the top law firms in the U.S. since 2015. Since inception in 1981, the firm has been committed to providing excellent client service through our cross-disciplinary, client-team approach. With a mission to understand the challenges that our clients face, build collaborative relationships, and craft creative solutions designed and executed with long-term strategic goals in mind the firm serves Fortune 500, middle-market public and private companies, start-ups, emerging businesses, individuals and entrepreneurs nationwide.

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PPP 560000 | Revenue 146697000 | Total Attorney 263 | Partners 148 | Counsel 62 | Associates 51 | Partner:Associate 2.9:1 | M:F Ratio 2.9:1 | Real Estate 34

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The Real Estate Practice Team is seeking an Associate with real estate experience to be resident in the firm’s Rochester Office. Experience with commercial banking transactions secured by real estate or other collateral is a plus, but not required. To be considered, please send a cover letter, resume, official transcript and a writing sample.

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Seeking an attorney to join our thriving and growing business and real estate practice. The ideal candidate will have 5-12 years of experience in real estate and/or commercial lending transactional and a demonstrated desire to pursue a long-term practice advising businesses and their owners in a team environment. This attorney will work closely with partners on a wide variety of matters and will assist privately and publicly held companies of all sizes, in all phases of their growth and development. The firm invests in relationships with both colleagues and clients and use individual skills to help develop one another. Knowledge, Competency and Skill Requirements: A minimum of 5 years of real estate transactions and development or commercial lending transactions practice; Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written; Excellent research, drafting and writing skills; Skills of persuasion and negotiation; Draft and administer contracts and loan agreements; Professional attitude and strong personal ethics; and Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and a workload of diverse matters in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. Education Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA accredited law school; and Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota or ability to become licensed in Minnesota within a few months. Competitive compensation which commensurate with experience, a full benefits package and a generous retirement program.

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Palo Alto office seeking a Counsel-level Real Estate lawyer with substantial experience representing institutional investors, owners, lenders and developers in acquisition, disposition and related transactional matters and in secured, mezzanine and structured loan transactions. Experience with joint ventures, including foreign and tax structuring, is a plus.

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PPP 1702000 | Revenue 1389000000 | Total Attorney 1804 | Partners 410 | Counsel 128 | Associates 435 | Partner:Associate 1:1.1 | M:F Ratio 1.9:1 | Real Estate 83

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The Charlotte office of AM200 firm seeks a mid-level Real Estate & Commercial Finance associate with three or more years of experience handling complex commercial transactions, knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code, asset-based lending, and experience in documenting secured transactions. This firm is seeking well-motivated candidates with superior academic credentials. Candidates must have also have excellent writing ability, maturity, good communication skills, and be in good standing with the North Carolina Bar.

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PPP 996000 | Revenue 517003000 | Total Attorney 807 | Partners 449 | Counsel 128 | Associates 210 | Partner:Associate 2.1:1 | M:F Ratio 1.8:1 | Real Estate 118

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AM200 firm is a national full-service business law firm with 240 attorneys and 26 locations across the United States. This firm is ranked amongst American Lawyer’s Am Law 200, as one of the top law firms in the U.S. since 2015. Since the firm inception in 1981, the firm firm has been committed to providing excellent client service through the firm cross-disciplinary, client-team approach. The firm's mission is to understand the challenges that clients face, build collaborative relationships, and craft creative solutions designed and executed with long-term strategic goals in mind. The firm serves Fortune 500, middle-market public and private companies, start-ups, emerging businesses, individuals and entrepreneurs nationwide. This firm is seeking an Associate for the firm Foreclosure practice. New York and New Jersey Bar required with New York experience preferred. Preference to be located in the firm Edison, New Jersey office. This firm is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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PPP 560000 | Revenue 146697000 | Total Attorney 263 | Partners 148 | Counsel 62 | Associates 51 | Partner:Associate 2.9:1 | M:F Ratio 2.9:1 | Real Estate 34

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HOUSTON - REAL ESTATE AND FINANCE ASSOCIATE. Seeking qualified candidates for an Associate position with the established firm's Finance, Banking and Real Estate Department, to be based in the firm Houston office. This person would be part of the firm Real Estate and Real Estate Finance Practice Group. The firm's ideal candidate is an associate with 4-6 years of experience in Real Estate Secured Loans and Commercial Lending. The candidate must be admitted to the bar in Texas and have excellent academic credentials. Essential Functions Candidates for Associate positions must be able to provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys. Associates are routinely required to: Provide thorough factual and legal research and analysis; Draft necessary agreements and documents with efficiency and clarity; Manage projects from commencement to closing; Competently and professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys; and Complete tasks efficiently. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Leasing experience; Experience representing financial institutions, mortgage lenders, or borrothe firm's in secured transactions; Ability to prepare and negotiate transactional documents generally including: Purchase and Sale Agreements, Loan Documents, Leases, and related agreements; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines; Strong organization and matter management skills; Ability to work professionally and effectively with Clients, Partners, Associate and Support Staff; Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team; Clear and effective drafting skills; Exceptional project management skills; Ability to effectively manage junior associates and others; Requirements Juris Doctor. Qualified candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in Texas.

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Banking, Finance & Securities Associate (Real Estate Finance) The San Francisco office of Jones Day has an immediate need for a lender-side real estate finance associate. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years of experience representing balance sheet lenders in complex syndicated and non-syndicated real estate secured lending transactions. Superior academic credentials required. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate desiring substantial client interaction, significant responsibility and a team oriented approach. To be considered, please provide a cover letter, resume and law school transcript.

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PPP 1093000 | Revenue 2057000000 | Total Attorney 2487 | Partners 621 | Counsel 146 | Associates 862 | Partner:Associate 1:1.4 | M:F Ratio 1.5:1 | Real Estate 61

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The Chicago office of this AM50 firm is seeking a Counsel-level Real Estate lawyer with substantial experience representing institutional investors, owners, lenders and developers in acquisition, disposition and related transactional matters and in secured, mezzanine and structured loan transactions. Experience with joint ventures, including foreign and tax structuring, is a plus. Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter.

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PPP 1702000 | Revenue 1389000000 | Total Attorney 1804 | Partners 410 | Counsel 128 | Associates 435 | Partner:Associate 1:1.1 | M:F Ratio 1.9:1 | Real Estate 83

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This AM10 firm is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by law. This firm's New York office seeks an associate with at least 3 to 5 years of real estate finance experience for its Real Estate Group. Significant experience in complex real estate financing transactions intended for securitization or balance sheet, and ability to run transactions with limited oversight. Lender-side experience a plus. The firm seek candidates with immediate transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized law schools. This firm has the largest Real Estate practice in the United States and globally. Requirements: - 3+ years of real estate experience - Admission to NY Bar.

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PPP 1874000 | Revenue 2835986000 | Total Attorney 4683 | Partners 655 | Counsel 175 | Associates 559 | Partner:Associate 1.2:1 | M:F Ratio 1.7:1 | Real Estate 205

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The Charlotte office of an AM50 firm is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Real Estate Finance practice group with 3-5 years of experience. A strong academic background and excellent writing and communication skills are required. Prior large law firm experience in a real estate and/or finance practice group, with a focus on lender representation, is strongly preferred. Must be admitted to practice in North Carolina or have the ability to waive in to the state. Immediately transferable skills are essential. The firm offers a positive work environment in a growing and dynamic office, opportunities for advancement within the firm and a comprehensive benefit package.

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Seeking a Finance associate with experience in commercial real estate lending. Ideal candidate will have 4 to 6 years of experience representing commercial banks, investment banks and other institutional investors in various types of secured debt. Experience with commercial mortgage securitizations and their requirements is a plus. Note experience is a must.

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PPP 3273000 | Revenue 420000000 | Total Attorney 303 | Partners 141 | Counsel 40 | Associates 102 | Partner:Associate 1.4:1 | M:F Ratio 2.2:1 | Real Estate 1

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Established firm has an immediate opening for a junior to mid-level attorney for its world-class infrastructure practice group in the Washington, DC office The ideal candidate will have 2 - 4 years of experience, excellent credentials from a top law school, and a demonstrated interest in construction law, project finance law, public contract law or transportation regulatory law, Professional or academic background in engineering, construction and/or project finance is desirable but not required. All qualified candidates must be admitted to or eligible for admission to the D.C. bar. International experience is also highly preferred. This firm offers the broadest and deepest infrastructure practice in the U.S., specializing in the innovative delivery of large public civil works projects. Interested candidates are invited submit a cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample. No agency inquiries, please.

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