Commercial Lending Attorney

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Lending Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience to join our expanding practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated financing transactions representing banks, institutional and non-institutional lenders, real estate developers, and investors in a broad range of commercial lending matters.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling asset-based lending transactions, commercial real estate financings, and other secured and unsecured commercial finance transactions from inception through closing. Candidates should possess strong analytical, drafting, and client-service skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Represent lenders, borrowers, real estate developers, and investors in complex commercial finance transactions.
Draft, review, and negotiate loan documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, guaranties, mortgages, and related closing documents.
Conduct due diligence and coordinate all aspects of transactions through closing.
Review, analyze, and clear title exceptions and survey matters.
Review and interpret corporate, partnership, and LLC organizational documents.
Work collaboratively with clients, title companies, borrowers' counsel, and other transaction participants to facilitate efficient closings.
Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to clients.

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial lending and finance transactions.
Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate loan documentation.
Experience reviewing title reports and resolving title-related issues.
Strong understanding of corporate and LLC structures and governance documents.
Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Business-minded approach with the ability to read financial statements and understand financial concepts relevant to lending transactions.
Ability to manage multiple matters independently while working collaboratively within a team environment.

Compensation:

Annualized salary range: $165,000 – $225,000
Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience and other job-related factors permitted by law

Rivkin Radler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).