The New York office of Alston & Bird has an immediate opening for a Real Estate Finance & Investment Associate with 2 to 6 years' experience. Candidates must have a strong background in the origination of mortgage loans: commercial mortgage-backed securities, syndicated and portfolio. Experience with the sale and purchase of loans and subordinated debt and the negotiation of inter-creditor agreements and loan participations is also helpful. Excellent work experience, academic credentials and interpersonal skills are required.