Our client is seeking an associate with 2–4 years of law firm experience to join its finance group’s structured finance subgroup in Minneapolis. The work focuses on commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) and involves supporting complex transactions through closing and post-closing.
The Work
- Support CMBS transactions from inception through closing and post-closing, helping move complex matters forward across each stage of execution.
- Conduct legal research and analyze legal, regulatory, business, and operational issues that affect transaction structure and client decisions.
- Perform legal due diligence, assess findings, identify risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, contracts, disclosure schedules, correspondence, and ancillary agreements.
- Coordinate deal timelines and workstreams, facilitate communication among transaction parties, and participate in negotiations with clients and other stakeholders.
- Help manage closings by coordinating documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
What You Bring
- At least 2 years of law firm experience; 2–4 years is the targeted experience range.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice in the state where the candidate will be based.
- Strong legal research, analysis, writing, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to draft and negotiate transaction documents and provide clear, practical legal analysis.
- Experience in commercial real estate finance, CMBS, structured finance, or securities offerings is preferred but not required.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, and professional judgment, with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Why Consider It
The role offers focused CMBS work within a finance group, with opportunities to contribute across transaction structuring, diligence, drafting, negotiations, and closing.
The team works collaboratively across practices and offices, and ongoing training supports professional development.
The stated annual hiring range is $235,000–$390,000, depending on geographic market and candidate qualifications.
Compensation & Benefits
The position includes regular in-office presence with some work-from-home flexibility, 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.