Attorney Banking Practice Group: Lateral or Senior Associate

Overview

Attorney for Banking Practice Group:
Lateral or Senior Associate – Messerli Kramer P.A., Minneapolis, Minnesota.

We are seeking a Senior Associate or Lateral Attorney for our downtown Minneapolis office to practice in the area of commercial banking. Successful candidates will have seven plus years of substantive experience in a wide array of commercial banking transactions, including drafting and negotiating complex loan documentation, and reviewing due diligence materials for real estate and asset-based lending transactions. Experience in construction lending, financing for land development, and ideally affordable housing tax credit lending is preferred.

• Provide expert advice on complex financial transactions and oversee loan document drafting and due diligence.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex loan documentation and related agreements.
• Advise on structuring transactions and multi-party financing in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with banking, real estate, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and sound risk management.

• Seven plus years of substantive experience in commercial banking transactions.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of banking and finance, real estate, and regulatory laws; experience with affordable housing tax credit lending preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to multi-task and work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Licensed to practice law in MN.

Base compensation ranges from $185,000 to $250,000, dependent on experience and practice specialty. Eligible for monthly, quarterly, and/or annual bonuses based on performance. Lateral hires with a book of business are encouraged to apply but not required.

• Employer contribution to HSA when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan
• 401(k) with 4% company contribution after one year of service
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly parking and cell phone reimbursement
• Annual Marketing & Business Development budget
• Bar license and CLE reimbursements
• Building amenities including onsite restaurants and an onsite free gym
• Hybrid remote schedule

Messerli Kramer is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment. Applicants with a disability who need an accommodation should contact Human Resources.