Senior Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Title: Senior Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Dallas, Texas, is currently looking for an experienced Senior Associate Attorney to join its growing Real Estate group. This position is ideal for a lawyer with at least 6 years of experience in real estate law, particularly in real estate finance and joint ventures. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on high-profile deals involving multifamily, industrial, cold storage, and other commercial real estate projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled attorney seeking to elevate their career with a dynamic and supportive legal team.

Duties:

• Represent institutional equity investors and developers in real estate joint ventures focused on acquisitions and developments of various commercial real estate product types.
• Lead the drafting and negotiation of joint venture agreements for real estate transactions.
• Provide counsel to institutional borrowers in the structuring and financing of both construction and stabilized real estate, including debt funds, structured finance, and CMBS-style financings.
• Oversee complex transactions involving mezzanine financing components and other capital stack elements.
• Manage client relationships and provide high-quality legal advice to various stakeholders in real estate deals.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in real estate law, with a focus on finance and joint ventures.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex real estate transactions and negotiations independently.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a proven track record of client-facing experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and a collaborative approach to working with team members.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in good standing in the State of Texas.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of real estate joint ventures, finance structures, and commercial real estate transactions.
• Expertise in negotiation and drafting complex real estate agreements.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Client management and communication skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Job Location:
Dallas, Texas

This prestigious firm is one of the largest in Texas. Their practice includes all aspects of litigation and transactional law, and they frequently are involved in the largest and most complex cases and deals. The firm takes pride in its ability to apply technology to the practice of law, and supplies its attorneys with substantial electronic resources. Associates also receive significant training, mentoring, feedback, and responsibility.