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Commercial Lending Associate in Atlanta

Date Posted: 14 July 2026

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Job Description

Real Estate Attorney – Commercial Lending Experience

Our client, a well-established and highly respected law firm, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions and has substantial experience representing lenders and borrowers in commercial lending matters.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, client-focused attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to build a long-term career with a firm that values professional growth, teamwork, and exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

  • Represent lenders, borrowers, developers, investors, and business clients in a variety of commercial real estate transactions.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, leases, easements, and other real estate-related contracts.
  • Manage commercial lending transactions from origination through closing, including acquisition, construction, development, and permanent financing.
  • Review title commitments, surveys, organizational documents, and due diligence materials.
  • Coordinate and oversee commercial real estate closings.
  • Provide strategic legal counsel regarding transaction structure, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while collaborating with attorneys across multiple practice areas.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
  • At least three years of experience practicing commercial real estate law.
  • Demonstrated experience handling commercial lending transactions on behalf of lenders, borrowers, or both.
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Experience reviewing title and survey matters and managing complex transactional closings.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and client relationship skills.
  • Ability to independently manage multiple transactions while working collaboratively within a team.

Why This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to work on high-value, sophisticated transactions alongside an accomplished legal team with a strong reputation in the marketplace. Our client offers a collegial culture, meaningful client interaction, opportunities for professional advancement, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

If you're an experienced real estate attorney looking to take the next step in your career, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you confidentially. Please contact me via phone/text 605-679-9863 and/or send resume to zac.sousek@gogpac.com.

My best,

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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