Mid-Level Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Title:
Mid-Level Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm located in Chicago, IL, is looking to add a talented mid-level Real Estate Associate to its dynamic team. This role will involve a variety of transactional real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in real estate law, an exceptional academic record, and experience working in a fast-paced law firm environment.

Duties:

• Handle a wide range of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing.
• Provide legal guidance and support to clients in both the residential and commercial real estate sectors.
• Draft and review various real estate agreements, documents, and contracts.
• Conduct legal research to support transactions and client needs.
• Collaborate with other departments and attorneys within the firm on related legal matters.
• Manage multiple client relationships while ensuring high-quality service and timely delivery of work product.
• Negotiate deal terms and manage the closing process for complex real estate transactions.

Requirements:

• Experience in real estate law, particularly in transactional matters such as acquisitions, leasing, and financing.
• Proven experience in managing real estate transactions from start to finish.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and within a team setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A track record of handling complex legal matters in a busy law firm or corporate environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in the state of Illinois.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide actionable solutions.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technologies.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Client-focused with the ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.

Job Location:

• Chicago, IL

Lauded as an excellent firm for which to work, this firm has been cited as a top firm for minority and diversity hiring. In the same vein, the firm is praised for its open culture and the wonderful individuals who make it up. Throughout its history, the firm has featured excellent real estate, business, litigation, tax, and employment practices, with the latter being an especially strong suit. With its origins in Los Angeles, the firm has offices across the world and industry-leading clients from over 80 countries, but has not lost its open and friendly culture.