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Posted July 29, 2026

Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel
Atlanta, GA, US Full Time
225000USD - 300000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney to join an Am Law firm’s Real Estate Finance practice in Atlanta.

This role is ideal for a mid-level associate with experience in commercial real estate finance, lending transactions, and secured financing structures, looking to work on sophisticated transactions with strong partner mentorship and client exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage real estate finance transactions from inception through closing with partner supervision

  • Draft and negotiate loan documents, financing instruments, and collateral documentation

  • Conduct title, survey, and financing due diligence

  • Support secured lending transactions and landlord-tenant related financing structures

  • Collaborate with deal teams and clients throughout transaction lifecycles

Qualifications:

  • 3–5 years of commercial real estate and finance experience at a law firm

  • Strong drafting and transactional management skills

  • Experience with lending and secured financing structures

  • Excellent academic credentials

  • JD from an accredited law school

  • Georgia Bar admission (or pending admission)

Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package and strong professional development opportunities within a collaborative, national platform.

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