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Real Estate Finance Paralegal
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The qualified candidate is experienced in reviewing and analyzing commercial real estate due diligence including title, survey, zoning, organizational documents and resolutions, and UCC/litigation searches; drafting estoppel certificates and SNDAs; abstracting complex recorded title documents such as ground leases, CCRs, condominium documents, and easements; and creating, managing, coordinating, and tracking closing and post-closing documents. The successful candidate is detail-oriented and organized; is comfortable interfacing directly with title companies, surveyors, and opposing counsel; works well independently; has polished written and verbal communication skills; complies with procedures and guidelines; and excels at managing deadlines and multiple work streams. Proficient/advanced knowledge of Office Suite preferred.
The group is also looking for a paralegal that has experience drafting deeds, authorizing resolutions, and other purchase and sale closing documents, in addition to the qualifications listed above.
Venable LLP is an American Lawyer Global 100 law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New York, and Virginia. Our lawyers and legislative advisors serve domestic and international clients in all areas of corporate and business law, complex litigation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, and government affairs. Additional information can be found at Venable.com.
Venable LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected Veteran status and any other protected basis under applicable law.
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Senior Manager of Associate Recruiting
Director-Real Estate - Finance
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At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
Our industry is rapidly evolving, and we need courageous, quick thinkers who can shape the strategic decisions that lead our business forward. Whether it's negotiating with some of our largest global partners or creating next year's financial plan, you can influence both our day-to-day P&L and the future direction of the company. As part of the team, you can have the opportunity to learn and use the latest data tools and technologies and explore a range of roles to grow your career. Find your place in finance on #TeamAmex.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated finance professional to support American Express's Global Real Estate organization. This role will play a central part in evaluating complex real estate transactions, driving financial decision-making, and supporting strategic initiative across a diverse and evolving portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring deep real estate finance and modeling expertise and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Build and maintain detailed financial models to support high-value real estate transactions and strategic initiatives
+ Track project budgets vs. actuals and proactively flag risks or overruns to key stakeholders
+ Lead scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling for key decisions
+ Develop dashboards or reporting tools (e.g. Power BI) to monitor project financials and KPIs
+ Analyze lease vs. own scenarios, structure real estate deals, and assess long-term financial implications
+ Partner with our Legal and Real Estate teams to review, analyze, and provide financial input on key contract documents, translating contractual terms into financial implications
+ Serve as a key liaison between Finance and internal Real Estate, Controllership, Tax, and Legal teams
+ Support long-range planning, capital forecasting, and investment governance for major real estate projects
+ Translate complex financial data into clear insights and recommendations for senior leadership
+ Ensure alignment with accounting standards and internal capital policies in partnership with Controllership
+ Contribute to executive-ready presentations, summarizing deal economics, risk, and strategic rationale
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ 6 years of experience in real estate finance, ideally in a corporate real estate function or at a leading real estate advisory firm (e.g., Cushman & Wakefield, JLL, CBRE)
+ Advanced financial modeling skills with a focus on real estate transactions, lease accounting, NPV/IRR analysis, and capital vs. operating cost treatments
+ Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles related to real estate, leasing, and capital project governance
+ Experience reviewing and interpreting contract language related to real estate development
+ Familiarity with the intersection of legal, financial, and commercial terms in large-scale real estate projects
+ Understanding of construction budgeting and cost categories (hard cost, soft costs, contingencies etc.)
+ Prior experience managing or supporting large-scale capital projects or PMO functions is highly desirable
+ Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to simplify complex financial concepts for senior audiences
+ Ability to navigate a complex and matrixed environment in a fast-paced setting, frequently collaborating with senior stakeholders at every step
+ Comfortable working with ambiguity and driving structure in evolving situations
+ High level of energy, intellectual curiosity, and self-motivation
+ Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
**Qualifications**
Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually bonus equity (if applicable) benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
+ Competitive base salaries
+ Bonus incentives
+ 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
+ Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
+ 20 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
+ Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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**Job:** Finance
**Primary Location:** US-New York-New York
**Schedule** Full-time
**Req ID:** 25013453
Commercial Real Estate Finance Attorney
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**Job Description**
The U.S. Bank Law Division is seeking an experienced commercial real estate finance attorney to provide legal support for our Commercial Real Estate (CRE) business. CRE provides acquisition financing, construction, bridge and term loans, subscription facilities and other corporate facilities and products to clients that include commercial real estate developers, owners, operators, investors and lenders.
The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor who collaborates closely with the various business lines within CRE, and other internal partners. In addition, this attorney will join a broader team of dynamic, diverse, and collaborative legal professionals supporting all of U.S. Bank's commercial lending activities. This is a rare opportunity to work with an extraordinary group of legal and business professionals in an innovative and fast-paced environment.
**Primary Responsibilities**
- Provide legal support to the relationship management, portfolio management, and loan administration teams for all business lines within CRE.
- Draft and maintain form loan documents for outside counsel use, including bilateral and syndicated forms.
- Develop templates and procedures for internal use related to structuring, due diligence, documenting and administering CRE transactions.
- Engage with and manage outside legal counsel, to create collaborative relationships and help ensure effective and efficient legal representation.
- Assist in enhancing the legal infrastructure of CRE, driving consistency across CRE business lines, and establishing operational guidance and process improvements.
- Collaborate with other members of the U.S. Bank Law Division and business teams in Wealth Corporate, Commercial and Institutional Banking and across the enterprise.
**Location Expectations**
The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.
**Basic Qualifications**
- Licensed by and in good standing with the appropriate state bar association or other appropriate state attorney licensing authority
**Preferred Skills/Experience**
- Five or more years' experience practicing law in a law firm, in-house legal department, or (preferably) a combination of both:
+ - Law firm experience leading complex real estate transactions, including construction and syndicated loans, as outside counsel for a regulated financial institution.
+ - In-house experience supporting commercial real estate lending businesses at a regulated financial institution.
- Robust technical knowledge of commercial real estate lending issues including title insurance and survey, leasing, zoning, environmental, insurance, construction disbursement, recourse and non-recourse structures, syndication and market standards.
- Strong drafting, negotiating, issue-spotting and risk identification skills.
- Strong legal and business judgment and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate the needs of the business, and balance competing interests to offer solutions and effectively deliver results.
- Exceptional advocacy and oral and written communication skills, with both legal and business audiences of all levels and backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and simultaneously manage a wide range of transactions and projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop trusting relationships with internal clients, outside counsel, and other internal stakeholders such as credit, operations, compliance, and risk functions and to resolve issues across organizational borders.
- Experience with HVCRE, flood, FIRREA, interest rate hedging and other regulations impacting real estate finance.
- Experience with lending to REITS, REIFS, agency warehouse lending or subscription lines.
- Experience with business line and outside counsel training.
- Demonstrated commitment to service of the community and profession (e.g. mentorship, pro bono, participation in professional organizations).
We are proud that U.S. Bank has been recognized as a World's Most Ethical Company® by the Ethisphere Institute and has been named the #1 Most Admired Superregional Bank by Fortune magazine.
Successful candidates for a position in the U.S. Bank Law Division support U.S. Bank's core values, which guide what we do every day:
- We do the right thing.
- We power potential.
- We stay a step ahead.
- We draw strength from diversity.
- We put people first.
In the U.S. Bank Law Division, we honor those values through our mission: "we guide our clients to remarkable results with expert legal counsel and ethical leadership." Our commitment is evident in the work we do, not only for the Bank, but for our communities. The Law Division has received several awards for its pro bono contributions, including the Minnesota Corporate Pro Bono Council's "Excellence in Pro Bono Award," and we encourage our legal professionals to contribute time and expertise to pro bono work as part of their role. In addition, the Law Division has been recognized for its leadership and engagement in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants ( .
**Benefits:**
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):
+ Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
+ Basic term and optional term life insurance
+ Short-term and long-term disability
+ Pregnancy disability and parental leave
+ 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
+ Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
+ Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
+ Adoption assistance
+ Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
**E-Verify**
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program ( .
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $133,365.00 - $156,900.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
**Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.**
Senior Real Estate Finance Attorney

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Our client, a nationally recognized and highly prestigious law firm with a strong reputation in real estate law, seeks a seasoned Real Estate Finance Attorney to join its dynamic and growing practice. This is a rare opportunity to work with elite legal minds on high-value, complex transactions in a collaborative and sophisticated environment.
Responsibilities:
+ Lead and manage commercial real estate finance transactions, including acquisition, development, construction, and mezzanine financing.
+ Represent institutional lenders, private equity firms, developers, and investors in structuring and negotiating deals.
+ Draft and review loan agreements, intercreditor agreements, participation agreements, and related transactional documents.
+ Oversee junior associates and support staff; act as a key mentor and team leader.
+ Collaborate with clients to provide strategic legal counsel on a wide range of financing issues.
+ Support cross-functional legal teams on matters involving real estate joint ventures, fund formations, and related disciplines.
Why Join:
+ Work with a nationally ranked real estate group and high-profile clients.
+ Enjoy a collegial and supportive firm culture that values work-life balance.
+ Benefit from substantial professional development resources and clear growth opportunities.
+ Competitive compensation package, including bonus potential and partnership track consideration for qualified candidates.
To Apply:
Please submit a resume and cover letter in confidence to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove,at.RobertHalf.
Requirements
Qualifications:
+ J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice in California.
+ 10+ years of hands-on experience in real estate finance, ideally with an Am Law 100 or top-tier boutique firm.
+ Demonstrated expertise in complex commercial real estate financing transactions.
+ Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
+ Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
+ Portable business is a plus but not required.
To Apply:
Please submit a resume and cover letter in confidence to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove,at.RobertHalf.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
© 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .
Commercial Real Estate Finance Attorney
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**Job Description**
The U.S. Bank Law Division is seeking an experienced commercial real estate finance attorney to provide legal support for our Commercial Real Estate (CRE) business. CRE provides acquisition financing, construction, bridge and term loans, subscription facilities and other corporate facilities and products to clients that include commercial real estate developers, owners, operators, investors and lenders.
The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor who collaborates closely with the various business lines within CRE, and other internal partners. In addition, this attorney will join a broader team of dynamic, diverse, and collaborative legal professionals supporting all of U.S. Bank's commercial lending activities. This is a rare opportunity to work with an extraordinary group of legal and business professionals in an innovative and fast-paced environment.
**Primary Responsibilities**
- Provide legal support to the relationship management, portfolio management, and loan administration teams for all business lines within CRE.
- Draft and maintain form loan documents for outside counsel use, including bilateral and syndicated forms.
- Develop templates and procedures for internal use related to structuring, due diligence, documenting and administering CRE transactions.
- Engage with and manage outside legal counsel, to create collaborative relationships and help ensure effective and efficient legal representation.
- Assist in enhancing the legal infrastructure of CRE, driving consistency across CRE business lines, and establishing operational guidance and process improvements.
- Collaborate with other members of the U.S. Bank Law Division and business teams in Wealth Corporate, Commercial and Institutional Banking and across the enterprise.
**Location Expectations**
The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.
**Basic Qualifications**
- Licensed by and in good standing with the appropriate state bar association or other appropriate state attorney licensing authority
**Preferred Skills/Experience**
- Five or more years' experience practicing law in a law firm, in-house legal department, or (preferably) a combination of both:
+ - Law firm experience leading complex real estate transactions, including construction and syndicated loans, as outside counsel for a regulated financial institution.
+ - In-house experience supporting commercial real estate lending businesses at a regulated financial institution.
- Robust technical knowledge of commercial real estate lending issues including title insurance and survey, leasing, zoning, environmental, insurance, construction disbursement, recourse and non-recourse structures, syndication and market standards.
- Strong drafting, negotiating, issue-spotting and risk identification skills.
- Strong legal and business judgment and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate the needs of the business, and balance competing interests to offer solutions and effectively deliver results.
- Exceptional advocacy and oral and written communication skills, with both legal and business audiences of all levels and backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and simultaneously manage a wide range of transactions and projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop trusting relationships with internal clients, outside counsel, and other internal stakeholders such as credit, operations, compliance, and risk functions and to resolve issues across organizational borders.
- Experience with HVCRE, flood, FIRREA, interest rate hedging and other regulations impacting real estate finance.
- Experience with lending to REITS, REIFS, agency warehouse lending or subscription lines.
- Experience with business line and outside counsel training.
- Demonstrated commitment to service of the community and profession (e.g. mentorship, pro bono, participation in professional organizations).
We are proud that U.S. Bank has been recognized as a World's Most Ethical Company® by the Ethisphere Institute and has been named the #1 Most Admired Superregional Bank by Fortune magazine.
Successful candidates for a position in the U.S. Bank Law Division support U.S. Bank's core values, which guide what we do every day:
- We do the right thing.
- We power potential.
- We stay a step ahead.
- We draw strength from diversity.
- We put people first.
In the U.S. Bank Law Division, we honor those values through our mission: "we guide our clients to remarkable results with expert legal counsel and ethical leadership." Our commitment is evident in the work we do, not only for the Bank, but for our communities. The Law Division has received several awards for its pro bono contributions, including the Minnesota Corporate Pro Bono Council's "Excellence in Pro Bono Award," and we encourage our legal professionals to contribute time and expertise to pro bono work as part of their role. In addition, the Law Division has been recognized for its leadership and engagement in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants ( .
**Benefits:**
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):
+ Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
+ Basic term and optional term life insurance
+ Short-term and long-term disability
+ Pregnancy disability and parental leave
+ 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
+ Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
+ Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
+ Adoption assistance
+ Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
**E-Verify**
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program ( .
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $133,365.00 - $156,900.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
**Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.**
Commercial Real Estate Finance Attorney
Posted today
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**Job Description**
The U.S. Bank Law Division is seeking an experienced commercial real estate finance attorney to provide legal support for our Commercial Real Estate (CRE) business. CRE provides acquisition financing, construction, bridge and term loans, subscription facilities and other corporate facilities and products to clients that include commercial real estate developers, owners, operators, investors and lenders.
The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor who collaborates closely with the various business lines within CRE, and other internal partners. In addition, this attorney will join a broader team of dynamic, diverse, and collaborative legal professionals supporting all of U.S. Bank's commercial lending activities. This is a rare opportunity to work with an extraordinary group of legal and business professionals in an innovative and fast-paced environment.
**Primary Responsibilities**
- Provide legal support to the relationship management, portfolio management, and loan administration teams for all business lines within CRE.
- Draft and maintain form loan documents for outside counsel use, including bilateral and syndicated forms.
- Develop templates and procedures for internal use related to structuring, due diligence, documenting and administering CRE transactions.
- Engage with and manage outside legal counsel, to create collaborative relationships and help ensure effective and efficient legal representation.
- Assist in enhancing the legal infrastructure of CRE, driving consistency across CRE business lines, and establishing operational guidance and process improvements.
- Collaborate with other members of the U.S. Bank Law Division and business teams in Wealth Corporate, Commercial and Institutional Banking and across the enterprise.
**Location Expectations**
The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.
**Basic Qualifications**
- Licensed by and in good standing with the appropriate state bar association or other appropriate state attorney licensing authority
**Preferred Skills/Experience**
- Five or more years' experience practicing law in a law firm, in-house legal department, or (preferably) a combination of both:
+ - Law firm experience leading complex real estate transactions, including construction and syndicated loans, as outside counsel for a regulated financial institution.
+ - In-house experience supporting commercial real estate lending businesses at a regulated financial institution.
- Robust technical knowledge of commercial real estate lending issues including title insurance and survey, leasing, zoning, environmental, insurance, construction disbursement, recourse and non-recourse structures, syndication and market standards.
- Strong drafting, negotiating, issue-spotting and risk identification skills.
- Strong legal and business judgment and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate the needs of the business, and balance competing interests to offer solutions and effectively deliver results.
- Exceptional advocacy and oral and written communication skills, with both legal and business audiences of all levels and backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and simultaneously manage a wide range of transactions and projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop trusting relationships with internal clients, outside counsel, and other internal stakeholders such as credit, operations, compliance, and risk functions and to resolve issues across organizational borders.
- Experience with HVCRE, flood, FIRREA, interest rate hedging and other regulations impacting real estate finance.
- Experience with lending to REITS, REIFS, agency warehouse lending or subscription lines.
- Experience with business line and outside counsel training.
- Demonstrated commitment to service of the community and profession (e.g. mentorship, pro bono, participation in professional organizations).
We are proud that U.S. Bank has been recognized as a World's Most Ethical Company® by the Ethisphere Institute and has been named the #1 Most Admired Superregional Bank by Fortune magazine.
Successful candidates for a position in the U.S. Bank Law Division support U.S. Bank's core values, which guide what we do every day:
- We do the right thing.
- We power potential.
- We stay a step ahead.
- We draw strength from diversity.
- We put people first.
In the U.S. Bank Law Division, we honor those values through our mission: "we guide our clients to remarkable results with expert legal counsel and ethical leadership." Our commitment is evident in the work we do, not only for the Bank, but for our communities. The Law Division has received several awards for its pro bono contributions, including the Minnesota Corporate Pro Bono Council's "Excellence in Pro Bono Award," and we encourage our legal professionals to contribute time and expertise to pro bono work as part of their role. In addition, the Law Division has been recognized for its leadership and engagement in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants ( .
**Benefits:**
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):
+ Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
+ Basic term and optional term life insurance
+ Short-term and long-term disability
+ Pregnancy disability and parental leave
+ 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
+ Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
+ Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
+ Adoption assistance
+ Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
**E-Verify**
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program ( .
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $133,365.00 - $156,900.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
**Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.**
Real Estate Finance Attorney - Chicago
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Job Description
Direct Counsel is currently seeking a highly qualified and motivated Real Estate Finance Attorney to join a top firm in their Real Estate Finance Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in real estate finance law, exceptional writing and communication skills, and a strong academic background. This role offers immediate client interaction and the opportunity to contribute to the growth of their national real estate finance practice.
Responsibilities:
- Handle diverse real estate finance transactions from inception through closing and post-closing, including secondary market repurchase facility work and other exit strategies.
- Originate loans for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions, including mezzanine loans and preferred equity.
- Manage asset management and workout matters as needed.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- 2+ years of experience practicing real estate finance law in a large law firm setting.
- Experience with loan origination work for large structured commercial real estate finance transactions, including mezzanine loans and preferred equity
- Ambitious, driven, and team-oriented with a desire to contribute to the growth of our practice.
Job Type:
- Hybrid - Full-Time
Salary:
$240,000 - $390,000 DOE
Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO and 401k
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Commercial Real Estate Finance Associate
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Join a top-tier global Am law firm and accelerate your career in commercial real estate finance.
CBMS Associate Benefits:
- Salary Targeting $245K-$265K
- Bonus Potential
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Health Club Membership
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave
CBMS Associate Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in commercial real estate finance litigation
- Demonstrated ability to handle a wide variety of discovery projects, including drafting requests, responses, and managing document productions.
- Experience with commercial real estate finance documentation such as loan agreements, security documents, promissory notes.
- Bankruptcy litigation a plus
- Excellent academic credentials from a top 100 law school and bar admission in jurisdiction of practice
Real Estate Finance Attorney (35 Years)
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Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (3–5 Years)
Chicago, IL | Hybrid Schedule
Direct Counsel is working with a well-established national firm to identify a real estate associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its Chicago-based real estate finance team . This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to work on complex real estate financing and transactional matters in a highly supportive and client-focused environment.
About the Role
The successful candidate will work on a wide range of real estate transactions, including:
Representing lenders and investors in permanent, construction, and mezzanine loan deals
Closing acquisitions and dispositions of commercial real estate assets
Negotiating commercial leases, including office, retail, industrial, warehouse, and healthcare properties
The firm offers early access to clients, opportunities to lead deal components, and a collaborative platform for growth.
Ideal Candidate Profile
3–5 years of experience in real estate finance , especially on the lender/investor side
Strong experience with acquisition/disposition closings and commercial lease negotiations
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment
J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
Admitted to the Illinois Bar (or in the process of obtaining admission)
Why Join This Firm
High-level client work with early responsibility and access
Transparent path for advancement with hands-on mentoring
Hybrid schedule: three days onsite, two remote
Emphasis on professional development, training, and performance feedback
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $240,000 – $280,000 depending on experience
Discretionary annual bonus
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, and wellness support
401(k) with both pre-tax and Roth options (administered by Vanguard)
Competitive PTO and holiday schedule
Additional perks: commuter benefits, backup childcare/eldercare, EAP, fitness discounts, and more
Investment Analyst - Commercial Real Estate Finance
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At Northmarq, you can be part of something special. Northmarq is a unique capital markets resource for commercial real estate investors, providing our clients access to experts in debt, equity, investment sales, loan servicing, and fund management. We offer you a career path with best-in-class training, and we foster inclusive teams committed to collaboration, mentoring, and growth. At Northmarq, we will help you unlock your potential – whether you are an industry veteran or you're just getting started. Your new career is waiting. Start something special today. Northmarq was voted by Real Estate Forum as one of The Best Places to Work in Commercial Real Estate!
Northmarq is seeking an experienced Investment Analyst to support our Debt + Equity Production team in our Chicago office. The individual will be joining an active and top-performing originations team while providing support to the office through financial analysis and underwriting, loan request/investment report packaging, due diligence, closing, servicing, and various support functions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a keen eye for detail, and passion for Real Estate, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
Position Responsibilities:
- Underwriting – At the direction of Managing Director or Producer, prepare underwriting of commercial real estate properties based on historical financial statements, borrower models or projections, and market standards to provide reliable valuation and loan analysis.
- Packaging - prepare loan request packages that meet company guidelines and lender requirements. Packages include narrative analysis of the borrower, property, location and market, as well as underwriting, valuation, leases/rent roll analysis, and photographs, aerials, and maps.
- Pre-closing –compile deal-specific lists of potential lenders, coordinate and internally track lender outreach. Collect loan quotes, creating detailed quote matrices for distribution to the borrower. Manage associated Salesforce updates.
- Closing – Provides closing coordination at the direction of Managing Director or Producer, including acting as liaison with the servicing department. Responsibilities include collecting and reviewing due diligence, ordering and reviewing third party reports, and reviewing lender documentation (term sheet, commitment, loan docs, etc.) Maintaining open communication with borrowers, lenders, legal counsels, third party vendors, and internal servicing and insurance departments on an as-needed basis.
- Research & Lead Generation – Provide reliable borrower, property, and market level data by using available third party and internal resources. Research will include but is not limited to ownership records, property transaction history, demographics, and sales and rent comparables. At the direction of Managing Director or Producer, conduct and sustain continuous and annual lead generation efforts, leveraging internal prospecting tools and third-party platforms.
- Servicing – Perform regional office servicing functions including investor portfolio analysis, lease reviews/briefs, and routine regional office servicing duties through local market knowledge.
- Client Service – At the direction of Managing Director or Producer, responsible for providing lenders, borrowers, and internal teams with a best-in-class experience by providing reliable, high-quality service in a prompt, friendly, and professional manner.
- Organization/Time Management – Plan, schedule, and prioritize workload to best utilize time and efficiently manage daily tasks to include research, financial analysis and underwriting, loan packaging, and closing services.
- Marketing & Office Administration – Provide administrative support and marketing efforts for office functions as needed.
What We're Looking For:
- Minimum of one to five years of full-time experience in Commercial Real Estate and Financial Analysis required.
- Four-year college degree required with a major in real estate, finance, accounting, or business area preferred.
- Proficient understanding of cash flow analysis and demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to calculate NOI, DSC, ROC, IRR, etc.
- Proficient tech knowledge and skills, including in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.) Knowledge of Salesforce or ARGUS software is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while under pressure and an aptitude for problem-solving
- Resourceful with a strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong work ethic and willingness to work extended hours when necessary
- Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments; able to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Northmarq offers a highly competitive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K match and an annual discretionary contribution based on business performance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance, education assistance, volunteer paid time off, charitable contribution match and so much more!
Illinois Residents: Northmarq carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The salary range for the Investment Analyst II position is $70,000 to $90,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate and the actual compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications and experience.
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