Junior/Mid-Level Real Estate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Dallas is seeking a Junior/Mid-Level Real Estate Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of commercial real estate experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and commercial leasing. Experience in real estate finance and development is a plus, and a background with a large law firm is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle real estate transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions of commercial properties.
• Draft and review purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, and joint venture agreements.
• Provide legal advice on real estate finance, development, and leasing matters.
• Conduct due diligence and coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and other legal professionals.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of real estate transactions.
• Assist with the structuring of real estate transactions and joint ventures.
• Prepare and review closing documents and oversee the closing process.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting real estate transactions and development.
• Support senior attorneys in complex real estate matters and litigation.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of commercial real estate experience.
• Proven track record in handling acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing of commercial properties.
• Familiarity with real estate finance and development is advantageous.
• Experience with a large law firm is preferred.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar in Texas.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of real estate law and commercial transactions.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

The Texas law practice was launched twenty-six years ago. Over one-hundred practiced attorneys make up their law office. They represent a wide range of domestic and international clients. Areas of concentration are business transactions and litigation law. There are two prominent practice groups namely corporate-finance securities, and restructuring-reorganization. Antitrust, appellate, class action; multi-district litigation, and employment-labor; OSHA are a number of their practice areas. Attorneys were repeatedly named in leading industry publications for their legal expertise.