Mid-Senior Level Real Estate Hospitality Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A top-tier global law firm is seeking a highly motivated Mid-Senior Level Real Estate Hospitality Associate to join its Orlando, FL office. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in commercial real estate transactions, with a strong preference for hospitality-related work. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior shareholders and gain extensive transactional experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Location:

• Orlando, FL 

Duties:

• Handle commercial real estate transactions, including hospitality-focused deals such as hotels, resorts, and timeshares.
• Draft, review, and negotiate letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, leases, subleases, and financing documents.
• Manage deal closings and conduct due diligence, including title work.
• Work on joint venture agreements, real estate financing, and other aspects of transactional real estate law.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to anticipate and meet the needs of complex transactions.

Requirements:

• 5-6 years of experience in commercial real estate, with a background in hospitality transactions preferred.
• Experience in banking, loan transactions, joint ventures, and shared ownership real estate is a plus.
• Strong legal writing, research, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage complex transactions independently.
• Admission to the D.C. Bar, or ability to be admitted promptly.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active member of the D.C. Bar, or eligible for admission.

Skills:

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage large and complex transactions.
• Proficiency in hospitality, real estate, and joint venture law.
• High energy, creativity, and a client-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Health insurance with optional Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, pet insurance, and commuter programs.

As one of the largest law firms in the U.S. with more than 40 offices, it was founded in 1967. This full-service firm provides legal representation in banking and finance, blockchain, corporate, cybersecurity, energy, entertainment, environmental, food, gaming, health care, real estate, tax, hospitality, and others. This innovative law firm creates creative and efficient strategies that enable to improve predictability, provide better insights, and deliver more value. The firm is committed to diversity and appreciates all backgrounds. Having a collaborative environment, the attorneys and staff have achieved significant results in the legal community. The firm provides new associates with high-level training in client management, business development, collaboration, and cultural skills. Offering unique professional opportunities, the firm empowers attorneys at all levels to shape their paths to success. The firm has developed a strong commitment to giving back to the community and strives to make a difference by leading, volunteering, and donating to a wide range of causes. The firm has numerous recognition awards and awards for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation.