Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney
Company: Direct Counsel
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Real Estate Finance Associate
Attorney (Mid-Level) Location: Multiple U.S. offices (including
Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, Irvine, Los Angeles, New York,
San Francisco, Washington, D.C.) Practice Area: Real Estate Finance
Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney
to join a global Am Law firm’s Real Estate Finance practice . This
is an opportunity to work as part of a nationally integrated team
representing financial institutions, lenders, and sophisticated
borrowers in complex real estate lending transactions. The ideal
candidate will have 3–8 years of law firm experience handling
commercial real estate finance matters , including loan
origination, structuring, documentation, and closing. Experience
with balance sheet lending transactions is preferred but not
required. This role offers meaningful client interaction, early
responsibility, and collaboration across multiple offices.
Responsibilities Represent lenders and institutional clients in
commercial real estate finance transactions Draft and negotiate
loan documents, security instruments, and related transaction
materials Conduct due diligence and manage transaction closings
Collaborate with attorneys across offices on national real estate
finance matters Communicate directly with clients, opposing
counsel, and transaction stakeholders Qualifications 3–8 years of
real estate finance experience at a law firm Strong drafting,
negotiation, and analytical skills Excellent academic credentials
Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously Strong
teamwork and communication skills Active bar admission in the
jurisdiction of practice (or ability to become admitted)
Compensation Expected salary range (select major markets): $260,000
– $550,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and
location.
Keywords: Direct Counsel, Union City , Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney, Legal , New York City, New Jersey
