Senior Level Real Estate Finance Associate-Cleveland, OH

Ice Miller•Cleveland, OH

4d•$205,000 - $235,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ice Miller seeks a senior level associate to join our real estate finance practice in Cleveland, OH. Ideal candidates will have five (5) to eight (8) years of experience. Desired candidates will have experience with a range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including loans, portfolio transactions, construction and permanent financings, acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing. Experience drafting and negotiating loan documents and real estate contracts, analyzing title and survey matters, and addressing due diligence issues is preferred. Successful candidates will primarily work with our business group in Cleveland, representing lenders and borrowers in varied and complex financial transactions with a particular focus on representing private equity funds, family offices, and long-term care investors and providers in structuring, negotiating, documenting, and closing complex M&A transactions, real estate acquisitions and divestitures, joint ventures, leases, and private placements. Significant prior experience within these areas is a must. Candidates should possess a strong academic background, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to prioritize and manage workload.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
At least five (5) years of experience practicing law in a law firm and in-house environment
Active law license in the state where office is located
Strong written and oral communication skills
Excellent analytical skills and business judgement
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Experience drafting and negotiating loan documents and real estate contracts
Analyzing title and survey matters
Addressing due diligence issues

Responsibilities

Participate in management of all aspects of finance transactions, including negotiation, documentation, and closing
Work on sophisticated and complex real estate finance transactions on behalf of clients in the middle-market
Work directly with clients and participate in business development activities
Delegate to and supervise the work of junior associates in the business and real estate groups
Have opportunities for advancement in a collegial environment