Associate Attorney Business and Real Estate Transactions

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join its legal team. The ideal candidate will have 0-5 years of experience in business and real estate transactions, including residential and commercial deals, entity formation, and business acquisitions and dispositions. This full-time, in-office position offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of legal matters, including contract drafting, document review, and client representation during business transactions. The firm provides an environment where attorneys can grow professionally and gain valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced setting.

Duties

• Draft corporate and transactional legal documents, including contracts and agreements.
• Assist clients with business acquisitions, dispositions, and entity formation.
• Represent clients during closings and other business transaction proceedings.
• Support business negotiations and provide legal advice throughout the transaction process.
• Review and analyze contracts, documents, and legal correspondence.
• Collaborate with team members to address client needs and ensure the completion of all transactional activities.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (or pending admission).
• 0-5 years of experience in real estate, business transactions, or related areas of law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• The team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the Connecticut State Bar (or pending admission).

Skills

• Expertise in business and real estate transactions, including drafting legal documents.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in legal research and contract review.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule options
• Retirement plan

This law firm provides a wide variety of legal services to clients throughout all of Eastern and Central Connecticut. Its major practice areas include criminal defense, family law and divorce, estate planning, real estate, business representation, juvenile law, civil litigation, personal injury, and tax law. The firm and its attorneys have been helping clients in these areas for over 75 years. Its offices are located in Manchester and Tolland, Connecticut.