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The Standard · 1 day ago

Sr. Attorney - Commercial Mortgage Lending

Portland, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$153K/yr - $224K/yr

5+ years exp

The Standard is committed to making a difference in the lives of others through financial stability and innovative technologies. They are seeking a Senior Attorney to provide strategic legal guidance in commercial mortgage loan administration and real estate investment while ensuring legal compliance and supporting business goals.

FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Advise loan officers, asset managers, and analysts on commercial real estate loan matters, including originations, servicing, and workouts

Manage engagement and oversight of outside counsel, ensuring timely and effective legal support

Draft and negotiate loan documents, modifications, and investor agreements

Analyze legal issues and provide practical, risk-based guidance with limited supervision

Review legal documents for accuracy, compliance, and enforceability

Support litigation and regulatory matters, including foreclosures and discovery responses

Deliver training and legal resources to business partners and managers

Partner with internal teams to address legal issues and develop strategic solutions

Monitor legal and regulatory developments and communicate relevant updates

Coordinate with SMI management and external counsel in the resolution of the company in legal proceedings

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)Active bar membershipCommercial real estate lendingContract negotiationRegulatory complianceRisk managementLitigation managementDispute resolutionCorporate governanceDue diligenceCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsCreative problem-solvingAdaptabilityCustomer focus

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership required

5+ years of legal experience in commercial real estate lending or related practice areas

Strong background in contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and risk management

Available to work PST hours as needed

Preferred

Title review and resolution of complex borrower structures

Litigation management and dispute resolution

Corporate governance and due diligence

Benefits

A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

An annual incentive bonus plan

Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure

A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement

Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance

An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

Company

The Standard

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The Standard is a leading provider of workplace benefits including group and individual disability insurance, group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, group dental and vision insurance, group accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance, paid family leave and absence management services, retirement plans services and individual annuities.

Founded in 1906

Portland, Oregon, USA

5001-10000 employees