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Real Estate Associate

Simpson Judge USA, New York, New York, us, 10261

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A top-tier global law firm is seeking a junior Real Estate Finance Associate (3 - 6 years) to join its nationally recognized Real Estate practice. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial real estate debt and equity transactions, with immediate client-facing responsibility and exposure to marquee, institutional deals across asset classes.

The team operates within a fully integrated national platform, offering close collaboration with leading partners and senior associates in a collegial, entrepreneurial environment.

What You’ll Do:

Structure, document, and close mortgage loans, mezzanine loans, construction loans, preferred equity investments, and syndicated credit facilities

Represent money center and investment banks, debt funds, insurance companies, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors

Negotiate intercreditor, co-lender, participation, syndication, and servicing agreements across complex capital stacks, including CMBS and CRE-CLO executions

Coordinate multistate and multijurisdictional diligence (title, survey, zoning, corporate, tax) to drive seamless closings under tight timelines

Support joint venture, preferred equity, and development arrangements aligning sponsor and investor interests

Take ownership of drafting core financing documents and managing key deal workstreams

Who You Are:

(3 - 6 years) years of concentrated real estate finance experience at an Am Law–caliber firm

Strong experience with credit agreements, mortgage and mezzanine loan documents, intercreditor agreements, and related ancillary documents

Familiarity with CMBS, CRE-CLO, and balance sheet lending programs; capital markets or structured finance exposure is a plus

Comfortable managing diligence and closing mechanics for large, multisite transactions

Superior analytical, drafting, and communication skills

Able to manage multiple high-value matters in a deadline-driven, collaborative environment

Committed to exceptional client service and teamwork

If this role aligns with your experience or if you’re interested in learning about other opportunities, please reach out directly:

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