Corporate/Real Estate/Banking Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a talented and experienced Corporate/Real Estate/Banking Associate Attorney. This position requires a dedicated legal professional with a solid corporate, real estate, and banking law background and a keen understanding of technology and legal advocacy. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, possess excellent client-facing skills, and have a proven ability to integrate legal advice into business strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent clients in corporate, real estate, and banking matters, including drafting and negotiating commercial purchase and sale agreements, loan agreements, guaranty agreements, and actual estate-related joint venture agreements.
• Review and analyze title and survey documents, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Advise clients on permitting, zoning, and development issues related to energy and renewable energy projects.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business strategies and integrate legal advice accordingly.
• Provide comprehensive legal support in bond finance structures and related financial transactions.
• Engage in direct client contact, demonstrating strong advocacy skills and confidence.
• Work effectively within a team environment, contributing to the firm's collaborative culture.
• Stay current with legal trends and corporate, real estate, and banking developments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate, real estate, and banking law.
• Strong familiarity with commercial real estate transactions, including drafting and negotiating related documents.
• Experience with title and survey review, permitting, zoning, and development, primarily related to energy and renewable energy projects, is preferred.
• Understanding of bond finance structures is a plus.
• Strong academic credentials with excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate legal advice into business strategies.
• Must be a self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team.
• A Florida Bar license is required; additional licenses in other states are a plus.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Florida Bar.
• Additional bar memberships in other states are a plus.

Skills

• Proficient in legal technology and research tools.
• Strong legal advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective client relationship management and team collaboration.

Benefits

• Highmark BCBS PPO/POS plans with various medical options, including HDHP/HSA-qualified plans.
• Dental plan with orthodontic coverage.
• Vision plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation, sick, and personal leave.
• 401(k) with guaranteed safe harbor contribution plus profit sharing.
• Term Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits: Specified Disease, Hospital, and Accident plans.
• Employee Assistance Program, which includes mental health support.
• Legal work discount program.