About this role
Real Estate Associate Attorney
Full time
Chicago, IL
Real Estate Associate Attorney
AmLaw 100 Opportunity
Compensation
$235,000 – $390,000+
A nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing developers, institutional investors, private equity sponsors, lenders, borrowers, REITs, landlords, and tenants in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.
Ideal Background
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3–6 years of commercial real estate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
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Experience handling commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and financings
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Experience representing developers, institutional investors, private equity funds, lenders, borrowers, landlords, tenants, and real estate owners
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Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, leases, easements, operating agreements, joint venture agreements, and other real estate transaction documents
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Experience conducting title, survey, zoning, environmental, and other real estate due diligence
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Experience managing complex real estate closings and coordinating multidisciplinary transaction teams
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Experience with commercial leasing, construction, or real estate joint ventures is a plus
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Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills
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Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction
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Excellent academic credentials
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J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
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Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Why This Opportunity
Nationally recognized Commercial Real Estate practice
Sophisticated acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, and development work
Opportunity to represent leading developers, institutional investors, lenders, and private equity sponsors
Significant client interaction and early responsibility
Strong mentorship, professional development, and partnership-track opportunities
Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment with competitive compensation and benefits