Attorney – Associate/Senior Level, Banking Practice Group

Messerli Kramer, P.A.

. Advise on complex financial transactions .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in commercial banking transactions, including construction lending and financing for land development, with a strong ability to draft and negotiate complex loan documentation. Possesses a deep understanding of banking, finance, real estate, and regulatory laws, complemented by excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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Commercial Banking ExperienceConstruction LendingLoan Documentation DraftingTransaction StructuringLicensed to Practice Law in Minnesota

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Hard Skills

Loan Document DraftingDue Diligence ReviewComplex Financial TransactionsAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailNegotiation SkillsDrafting SkillsTransaction Structuring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAbility to Multi-taskAdaptabilityCollaborative Work

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Law in Minnesota

Industry Keywords

Commercial BankingReal EstateRegulatory LawsAffordable Housing Tax Credit LendingFinancing for Land Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise on complex financial transactions
Oversee and manage loan document drafting and due diligence review
Draft and negotiate complex loan documentation
Review due diligence materials for real estate and asset-based lending transactions
Advise on structuring transactions
Negotiate and manage complex financial transactions
Deliver high-quality legal work
Service growth in the commercial banking practice
Positively influence firm culture
Work independently and collaboratively on projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three plus years of substantive experience in a wide array of commercial banking transactions
Experience in construction lending
Experience in financing for land development
Affordable housing tax credit lending experience strongly preferred
Deep understanding of banking and finance, real estate and regulatory laws
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to advise on transaction structuring and negotiate and manage complex financial transactions
Ability to multi-task and adapt to workflow changes
Analytical with attention to detail
Solid drafting skills
Strong commercial banking experience
Good academic and professional credentials
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work collaboratively with the team
Must be licensed to practice law in Minnesota (MN)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
HSA & FSA Accounts
Employer Contribution to HSA if enrolled in High Deductible Health Insurance plan
401K, with 4% company contribution (after completion of 1 year of service)
Paid time off
Paid Leaves
Paid company holidays
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Monthly reimbursement for Parking and cell phone
Annual Marketing & Business Development budget provided
Bar license and CLE reimbursements
Building amenities include: onsite restaurants & onsite free gym
Hybrid Remote Schedule
Monthly, quarterly and/or annual bonus incentives based on performance