Real Estate Attorney

About the Opportunity

A leading international law firm is seeking a 2-6 year Real Estate Associate to join its market-leading real estate platform.

This is an opportunity to work within a globally respected firm known for its strength across energy, infrastructure, private equity, finance, and real estate. Associates benefit from lean deal teams, high-level responsibility, and close partner interaction in a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Real Estate group advises sponsors, developers, investors, and financial institutions on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including:

• Acquisitions and dispositions
• Joint ventures
• Purchase and sale agreements
• Leasing of commercial real properties
• Real estate finance and development (a plus, but not required)

Associates work on stimulating, challenging matters and are given early exposure to complex deal structures.

• 2-6 years (Classes ) of commercial real estate experience
• Experience in acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, leasing
• Large law firm background preferred
• Real estate finance and development experience is a plus
• Strong academic credentials
• Collaborative, personable candidates who thrive in team environments

The firm places significant emphasis on personality fit and professionalism alongside technical skill.

• 1,900-hour billable target
• Up to 150 hours of legal development work (including pro bono and recruiting) creditable toward target
• Supplemental bonuses available for associates billing 2,150+ hours

The culture is widely described as collaborative, hospitable, and supportive.

Key differentiators:

• Close partner-associate relationships with frequent feedback
• Assigned mentor upon arrival; laterals warmly integrated
• Formal trainings, CLE programs, and annual skills “bootcamps”
• Lean teams = high-level substantive work
• Flexible in-office policy (typically one WFH day per week, with practical flexibility)
• Wellness support including counseling and medical check-up incentives
• Dedicated pro bono coordination; exceptions may be made for exceeding pro bono caps

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