Real Estate Associate

A leading AmLaw-ranked law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join its highly regarded Real Estate Group in Chicago. This is a full-time, partnership-track opportunity offering exposure to sophisticated, high-value real estate transactions across a broad range of asset classes.

This role is ideal for attorneys looking to deepen their transactional experience within a nationally recognized platform while working directly with prominent institutional clients, developers, lenders, and investors.

• Advise clients on complex real estate acquisitions and dispositions
• Structure and negotiate commercial lending transactions
• Draft and negotiate joint venture agreements
• Handle leasing, development, construction, and land use matters
• Work on entitlement issues and low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) transactions
• Collaborate with cross-functional deal teams on large-scale development projects

• Minimum of 3 years of law firm experience in real estate transactions
• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, and development matters
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Excellent academic credentials and attention to detail
• Admitted (or eligible for prompt admission) to the Illinois Bar

• Work within a nationally respected, top-tier real estate practice
• Exposure to high-profile, sophisticated commercial real estate transactions
• Meaningful client interaction and deal responsibility
• Strong mentorship and long-term career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment

Compensation: $260,000–$390,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, market factors, and internal equity, plus bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package.

If this opportunity aligns with your background and interests, you can:

• Apply directly through Linked In with your resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and representative deal sheet.
• Alternatively, email your materials to