Real Estate Finance Attorney

CSG Law is hiring a full-time Real Estate Finance Attorney for our Roseland, Essex County office. We're expanding our practice and seeking an experienced attorney to join our team representing lenders in sophisticated commercial real estate finance transactions.

About the Role

This is an associate position focused on real estate finance matters in the commercial lending space. You'll work directly with institutional and commercial lender clients on their largest, most complex transactions. The role combines legal draftsmanship, client interaction, and deal strategy across the full lifecycle of real estate finance engagements.

What You'll Do

• Structure complex real estate finance transactions for institutional and commercial lenders
• Negotiate loan documentation, security agreements, and collateral arrangements with borrowers and their counsel
• Draft and review comprehensive financing agreements, including promissory notes, mortgages, and subordination arrangements
• Conduct legal due diligence on properties, borrowers, and title matters
• Manage deal closings and coordinate with title companies, appraisers, and other transaction participants
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance, lender protections, and risk mitigation strategies
• Build and maintain relationships with repeat institutional lender clients

What We're Looking For

• Six years of hands-on experience in commercial real estate transactions
• Demonstrated focus on real estate finance and lending matters
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills in complex commercial documents
• Experience representing lenders (not borrowers) in commercial real estate financings
• Solid understanding of mortgages, UCC filings, and secured lending structures
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple transactions simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills with institutional clients

About CSG Law

Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC is a growing law firm based in Roseland, New Jersey, serving institutional lenders, developers, and real estate investors throughout the region. We focus on complex real estate finance matters where expertise and attention to detail directly impact our clients' deal outcomes.

How to Apply

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