Real Estate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Santa Fe, NM, is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney with strong academic credentials and 3-6 years of experience in top tier law firms. The ideal candidate will specialize in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, sales, development, leasing, title matters, land use, rights of way, construction contracts, and loan documents.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to real estate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate commercial real estate agreements, including purchase agreements, leases, and development agreements.
• Provide legal advice and support on title matters, land use regulations, and rights of way issues.
• Review and analyze construction contracts and loan documents.
• Assist with due diligence investigations and closings for real estate transactions.
• Handle real estate litigation matters when necessary.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of New Mexico or ability to waive in.
• 3-6 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions at a reputable law firm.
• Excellent academic record.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Certification in Real Estate Law (e.g., from ABA accredited program).

Skills:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and MS Office Suite.

Benefits: The firm offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additional benefits include enhanced parental leave, inclusive fertility and family benefits, and voluntary income protection options (supplemental life, accident, critical illness, long-term care insurances). A 401(k)-retirement plan with company match is also provided.

This is undoubtedly one of the Mountain West's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Mountain West legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in the Mountain West region, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.