Innovative Driven is currently seeking a dynamic and professional Associate Attorney with 5+ years of Commercial Real Estate experience to join the busy and collaborative team at one of our most well-respected law firm clients! This is a wonderful opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial real estate deals on a Connecticut-based team.
The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex commercial transactions from drafting through closing and in a client-facing environment.
The role is largely onsite in the firm's Greenwich, CT office. If you prefer some remote days, the firm is open to discussion. Additionally, the firm has a very reasonable billable hour requirement (1800)!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial real estate agreements, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, and related transaction documents.
- Manage commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions from initial structuring through closing.
- Assist in structuring and negotiating corporate finance transactions, including loan documentation and related agreements.
- Represent borrowers and lenders in financing transactions, including those involving franchise businesses.
- Conduct due diligence, including title and survey review, and coordinate with lenders, title companies, and opposing counsel.
- Provide strategic guidance to clients on transactional matters and business objectives.
- Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys
REQUIREMENTS:
- J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials
- Admission to practice in Connecticut (required); admission in New York and/or New Jersey is a plus.
- Must be based in or willing to commute to the Greenwich, CT area.
- 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate and corporate transactions.
- Experience with commercial leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, and financing transactions.
- Familiarity with franchise-related transactions or franchise finance is a plus.
