Our client is seeking an associate with 2–4 years of law-firm experience for a structured finance practice focused on commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) in Wilmington, Delaware. The work combines complex financing matters, hands-on deal execution, and collaboration across legal teams and offices.
The Work
- Support CMBS transactions from initial structuring through closing and post-closing, coordinating deal timelines and workstreams with counsel and other participants.
- Conduct legal research and diligence, assess findings and transaction risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, disclosure schedules, ancillary agreements, correspondence, and memoranda.
- Work directly with clients and participate in negotiations involving counterparties, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders.
- Analyze legal, regulatory, business, and operational considerations affecting financing transactions, collaborating with lawyers and business professionals across practices and offices.
- Coordinate closing requirements, including documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
What You Bring
- At least two years of experience practicing at a law firm; 2–4 years is the target experience range.
- A JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the state where the associate will be based.
- Strong legal research, analysis, writing, and communication skills, with close attention to detail.
- Sound professional and business judgment, including the ability to identify risks and help develop practical solutions.
- Ability to manage deadlines and competing demands while working both independently and collaboratively.
- Experience in commercial real estate finance, CMBS, structured finance, or securities offerings is preferred but not required.
Why Consider It
Build practical deal experience in a CMBS-focused finance practice, with responsibility spanning diligence, document work, negotiations, and closings.
The team works across practices and offices, and the platform provides ongoing legal, business, leadership, and technology training.
The stated annual hiring range is $235,000–$390,000, depending on geographic market and qualifications; medical, dental, and vision coverage and a 401(k) are also offered.
The work arrangement includes regular in-office presence with some flexibility to work from home.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.