Mid-level Real Estate Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a highly skilled midlevel Real Estate Associate Attorney for their Seattle office. This position is ideal for a motivated and detail-oriented attorney with 3-5 years of experience in transactional real estate law. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, construction, development, and financing. You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team that handles complex and impactful real estate cases on both a local and national level.

Duties:

• Represent clients in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing across various property types and industry sectors.
• Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and other real estate-related documents.
• Assist clients with land use and zoning issues, as well as development and construction projects.
• Provide legal counsel to clients on complex real estate matters, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct due diligence and legal research to support real estate transactions.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to strategize and execute legal plans.
• Manage a caseload of real estate matters, ensuring timely and effective resolution of cases.
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders to facilitate transactions and resolve issues.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in transactional real estate law.
• Excellent academic credentials from an accredited law school.
• Strong drafting, research, and legal writing skills.
• Experience working with a wide variety of real estate transactions and property types.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing outstanding client service.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active bar admission in the state of Washington.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in drafting contracts and transactional documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a high standard of work quality.

Location:

• Seattle, WA

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan (401(k)).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture.

This firm has provided high-value legal services to company and industry leaders as well as public and non-profit organizations for decades. The firm has an international presence, with practice areas including corporate and commercial litigation, intellectual property, and general regulatory advice. The firm's commitment to advancing diversity and inclusivity within the firm and communities guides its recruitment strategy and policy, as evidenced in its diversified workforce and equal opportunities it offers to all employees. The firm has actively supported LGBTQ communities, lawyers with disabilities, and lawyers of color through various resource groups. The firm employs brilliant entry-level and lateral staff and provides professional development training and mentorship programs, with a highly competitive pay package and other bonuses.