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Kutak Rock LLP Associate, Real Estate Finance in Denver, Colorado
JOB SUMMARY Kutak Rock LLP seeks an attorney to join its corporate practice in its Denver offices. Qualified candidates will have a demonstrated interest in corporate transactions, such as real estate transactions, business transactions, contracts, and asset purchases. This role is ideal for self-starters who desire to grow their career in the firm's expanding regional and national real estate and finance practice while working in a collaborative and collegial environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Draft and negotiate a wide variety of transaction documents, including leases and other real estate related documentation, general contracts, purchase, and sale agreements Prepare, negotiate, and review loan and security documents Conduct financing transaction due diligence such as organizational documents, title and survey, grant agreements and other diligence review Advise and counsel clients on real estate matters, including lending, finance, and/or leasing transactional practices Manage regulatory and compliance related services ensuring that appropriate approvals are in place before transactions are executed
QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge in corporate and real estate due diligence review (e.g., title insurance, ALTA/NSPS survey review, etc. Proficient in contract drafting, review, and negotiation as well as loan documentation preparation and negotiation Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple matters and tasks simultaneously and to complete tasks efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner Ability and motivated to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong organization and matter management skills Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with partners, associates, and support staff Ability to work effectively with large working groups as part of a transaction team
QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school required. Preference will be given to those with strong academic credentials, a judicial clerkship, or law review experience Currently admitted to practice in Colorado with an active bar license in good standing or able to be admitted within one year required Minimum 2 years' experience in corporate transactional matters required with experience in real estate, lending, finance, and/or leasing transactional practices
Position Information Status: Exempt Salary Range: $170,000-$190,000 base per year Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Flexible Time Off Plan. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.
Additional Information Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
About the Firm Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to "allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person," and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development.
We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovatio and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
