Real Estate Attorney

About the role

The Legal Operations team is seeking an experienced real estate attorney (Staff or Senior level, depending on qualifications) to conduct commercial and multi family loan closings and support CHFA in the design and implementation of affordable housing and economic development loan, grant, and sub grant programs.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and close commercial and multi-family real estate transactions.
• Draft, review and negotiate loan documents, program documents, contracts and other legal documents relating to new and existing services.
• Supervise real estate due diligence reviews.
• Advise various business units and negotiate matters related to commercial, business, residential, and state and federal lending and grant programs primarily related to business and economic development, commercial and multi-family lending.
• Interpret laws, regulations, and procedures related to CHFA’s programs and CHFA-administered programs.
• Review legislation and its impact on CHFA operations.
• Function as a leader and seasoned advisor to the business; senior-level attorney will also serve as a strategic advisor on complex or high risk matters.
• Actively assist with training, coaching, and helping others including the legal support team improve their skills.
• Participate and contribute in all activities and/or projects that directly support CHFA in fulfilling its mission and achieving its vision through dedication to the community in which CHFA serves operational excellence, and fiscal responsibility.
• Solid understanding of laws and regulations to ensure proper compliance and oversight of business processes.

Requirements

We are seeking an attorney with demonstrated experience in real estate and financial transactions to serve as either a Staff Attorney or Senior Attorney, depending on qualifications and depth of experience.

Qualifications

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department working on real estate matters.
• Candidates must have direct commercial loan closing experience, including: leading and managing loan closings, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external counsel, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating loan documents.
• Experience representing or working with financial institutions related to lending transactions.
• Experience with complex financial transactions, which may include construction lending and/or affordable housing projects.

Skills and abilities

• Knowledge of Colorado real estate law, commercial lending, business entities, real estate loans, real estate transactions, and familiarity with related documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, productively and accurately in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and important deadlines.
• Strong and effective customer service, interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills.
• Strong and ethical decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in an effective and diplomatic manner.
• Ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to effectively work closely with and collaborate on closing teams and various working groups, both within the legal operations department and other business units.
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced issue spotting and problem solving skills on complex transactions.
• Greater independence in managing sophisticated or high profile matters.
• Leadership through mentoring, coaching, and legal guidance to less experienced team members.
• Abilities that reflect CHFA’s values: ability to continuously improve and develop knowledge and skills, while adapting quickly to changing circumstances and processes; ability to work towards inclusion in all activities, and decisions through the solicitation and appreciation of diverse perspectives; ability to exercise personal accountability in all activities and decisions; ability to embrace a culture of operational excellence to ensure processes are continually evaluated and improved as necessary; ability to operate with a sense of integrity; ability to have fun; ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds.

Experience and education

• Required Experience (Staff Attorney Level): A minimum of four (4) years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department working on real estate matters. Candidates must have direct commercial loan closing experience, including: leading and managing loan closings, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external counsel, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating loan documents. Experience representing or working with financial institutions related to lending transactions. Experience with complex financial transactions, which may include construction lending and/or affordable housing projects.
• Preferred / Advanced Experience (Senior Attorney Level): A minimum of six (6) years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department with a sustained focus on real estate and financial transactions. Demonstrated expertise in: representing financial institutions, structuring and managing complex real estate and financing transactions, including construction lending. Experience supporting or advising on affordable housing projects is highly valued. Senior level candidates may have developed targeted depth of expertise in specific areas over longer periods of practice, as well as broader legal experience across related transactional or regulatory areas.

Equipment used

• Laptop computer;
• Photocopier;
• Smartphone.

Working environment

The incumbent in this position will perform the essential functions primarily in a hybrid environment, requiring sitting or, if preferred, standing at a desk for most of the day, with or without assistive devices. This position requires moderate to high levels of interaction and collaboration with others.

Validation statement

This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform.

Benefit information

• Hybrid work - CHFA understands the value of human relationships and operates as a face-to-face culture while also offering the benefit of remote work.
• Flexible Schedule
• Culture of Wellness
• We value diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with very low rates
• Generous Paid Time Off, including paid volunteer time, holidays, and other leave programs
• 401k match, educational assistance, and professional development opportunities
• Up to a 5% match on 401(k) contributions
• Up to 12 weeks of Paid Family and Medical Leave at 90% pay
• An extensive Employee Assistance Program that provides personalized care options for your whole household
• Able to learn, develop, and grow with opportunity for career and leadership development programs, job shadowing, a mentor program, and tuition reimbursement

Salary range

• Staff Attorney - $98,000 - $125,000
• Senior Attorney - $115,000 - $151,000
• Plus annual bonus