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Commercial Real Estate Lending Attorney

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Plantation, FL · Posted November 11, 2026

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About the job

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Lending Attorney with 7+ years of experience to join its Plantation, FL office. The attorney will represent institutional and private lenders in sophisticated commercial real estate financing transactions and work closely with their Real Estate and Commercial Lending & Finance practices.

You will manage transactions from inception through closing. A portable book of business is strongly preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Represent lenders in commercial mortgage, construction, bridge, mezzanine, syndicated, and other secured financing transactions.

Structure, draft, negotiate, and close complex financing transactions.

Prepare and negotiate loan agreements, mortgages, security agreements, guaranties, intercreditor agreements, and related documents.

Manage transaction due diligence, including title, survey, lease, zoning, organizational, and collateral matters.

Advise clients on deal structure, risk, collateral, and financing terms.

Coordinate closings and work directly with clients, opposing counsel, title companies, and other transaction professionals.

Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to client development and business development efforts.

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Member in good standing of the Florida Bar.

7+ years of experience in commercial real estate finance, secured lending, or related transactions, primarily in Florida.

Strong lender-side experience with sophisticated commercial real estate financings.

Ability to independently manage matters from inception through closing.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Portable book of business strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation (240K-250K + 10-15% bonus) based on experience, plus comprehensive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample