Real Estate Associate Attorney

A bit about us:

A well-established, full-service business law firm with more than 200 attorneys and multiple offices throughout the United States. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, providing sophisticated legal counsel across a broad spectrum of practice areas. Known for its business-oriented approach, commitment to exceptional client service, and collaborative environment, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters while developing meaningful client relationships.

Why join us?

Competitive Compensation: Attractive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, paid holidays, and opportunities to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Partnership Potential: Clear opportunities for professional advancement and a pathway to partnership.
Career Development: Work alongside experienced attorneys on sophisticated litigation matters with opportunities to grow your practice.
Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, team-oriented environment that values mentorship, professional development, and long-term career success.

Job Details

Our client is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join its nationally recognized Real Estate practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions and affordable housing developments while gaining exposure to a diverse range of real estate matters.

The ideal candidate will have experience with affordable housing, low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC), and historic tax credits, along with a background in complex commercial real estate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Represent developers, investors, owners, and other clients in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.
• Handle acquisitions and dispositions of commercial real estate assets.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases and related agreements.
• Advise clients on affordable housing developments and transactions involving low-income housing tax credits and historic tax credits.
• Assist with real estate development projects, including entitlements, construction-related matters, and financing arrangements.
• Work on tax incremental financing (TIF) and conventional real estate financing transactions.
• Conduct and coordinate due diligence, title and survey review, and other transactional matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to provide comprehensive legal support on complex real estate projects.
• Build and maintain client relationships while delivering practical, business-oriented legal advice.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of real estate law experience.
• Experience with low-income housing tax credits, affordable housing, and historic tax credits.
• Background handling complex commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing.
• Experience with entitlements, construction law, and tax incremental financing is beneficial.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Wisconsin or Colorado Bar admission, or eligibility to waive into the applicable state bar.
• Strong academic credentials, drafting skills, and attention to detail.

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