Lateral Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a Lateral Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney with top academic credentials and a minimum of 3 years of Commercial Real Estate experience. The ideal candidate should have a track record of high achievement, strong writing skills, exceptional analytical abilities, and the desire to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment as part of a collaborative team. Experience in a law firm with a substantial Commercial Real Estate practice is preferred. The role involves handling various sophisticated real estate transactions, including purchases, leasing, finance, and more.

Duties:

• Work on complex Commercial Real Estate matters, including purchases, leasing, finance, and related transactions.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to provide high-quality legal services.
• Conduct legal research, analysis, and document drafting.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all legal work.
• Maintain compliance with relevant legal standards and regulations.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of Commercial Real Estate experience.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent references.
• Admission to the state bar.
• Detail-oriented and conscientious work ethic.
• Exceptional analytical and writing skills.
• Experience in a law firm with a substantial Commercial Real Estate practice is preferred.
• Attorneys licensed outside Louisiana who wish to move back to the state are welcome to apply.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Current state bar license.

Skills:

• Expertise in Commercial Real Estate law.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Benefits Offered:

• Generous paid time off.
• Extensive benefits package, including paid health, life, disability, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

With more than 100 lawyers, this law firm serves the needs of large and small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. It serves clients in numerous industries, such as energy, information technology, banking, financial services, telecommunications, transportation, trucking, media, advertising, insurance, gaming, government, education, healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, retail, construction, leasing, environmental regulation, commercial litigation, products liability, business transactions, intellectual property, chemical exposure litigation, toxic tort defense, medical malpractice, bankruptcy and reorganization, labor and employment, state and local tax, administrative matters, lobbying, estate planning, probate, and insurance coverage litigation. The firm's history is one of lasting alliances with its clients. Attorneys are known to diligently pursue results that allow their clients to outperform their competitors.