Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Title: Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Location: Chicago, IL

Job Overview

A prestigious law firm in Chicago, IL, is seeking a talented and collaborative Real Estate Associate Attorney. This role involves working within the firm's dynamic real estate practice group, providing legal expertise in commercial real estate transactions, and advising on various complex real estate matters.

Duties

• Handle legal matters related to real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial office leasing agreements and related documents.
• Provide strategic advice and counsel to clients on real estate transactions and contracts.
• Conduct due diligence to identify and mitigate risks associated with real estate deals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve client goals efficiently.
• Stay updated on industry trends, legal developments, and compliance regulations affecting the real estate sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant legal experience in real estate law.
• Proficiency in handling acquisition, disposition, financing, and commercial office leasing matters.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex legal issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with clients and team members effectively.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality service and achieving client satisfaction.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Illinois State Bar or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Skills

• Deep knowledge of real estate laws and regulations.
• Strong drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Attention to detail and a results-driven approach.

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.