Join a collaborative finance group handling transactions involving commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS). This Reston-based associate role offers hands-on involvement across deal stages, from diligence and document drafting to negotiations, closing coordination, and post-closing work.
The Work
- Support CMBS transactions from inception through closing and post-closing, helping manage timelines, coordinate workstreams, and keep communication moving among transaction participants.
- Conduct legal due diligence, assess findings, identify legal and business risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, contracts, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
- Participate in negotiations and communicate with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders as matters require.
- Coordinate closing processes, including closing documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
- Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals across practices and offices on finance, real estate, tax, employment, and other transactional matters.
What You Bring
- At least two years of law firm experience; the role is intended for an associate with approximately 2–4 years of experience.
- JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the state where the associate will be based.
- Experience in commercial real estate finance, CMBS, structured finance, or securities offerings is preferred, but not required.
- Ability to conduct thorough legal research and analysis and produce clear, accurate written work product.
- Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities, with sound professional and business judgment.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, manage competing demands, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
Why Consider It
Work on CMBS transactions with involvement across the deal lifecycle, including diligence, drafting, negotiation, and closing coordination.
The finance group collaborates across practices and offices, and the position includes ongoing professional development.
The role has a hybrid arrangement with regular in-office presence and some work-from-home flexibility.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm-stated hiring range is $235,000–$390,000 per year, subject to geographic market and candidate qualifications; benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k).
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.