Real Estate Associate

Job Description At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard‑working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. We are seeking a midlevel associate to join the Real Estate practice in our Chicago, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, or Seattle office. The ideal candidate will have three to six years of experience advising clients on the purchase, sale, and financing of real estate assets, in addition to experience with real estate due diligence, leasing transactions, development, and joint ventures. Prior experience in a sophisticated law firm practice is preferred. Candidates will work closely with experienced lawyers across our US Real Estate platform who will provide active mentoring and opportunities to assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact. Candidates must be self‑starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. We require strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service. Please contact Marley McLaughlin, Principal Legal Recruiter, at View email address on click.appcast.io with any questions. Compensation Base Compensation $240,000 – $365,000 / year. The salary will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Benefits Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature) Pre‑tax Commuting Benefits Dental Insurance Business Travel Accident Insurance Vision Insurance Pet Insurance 401(k) Retirement plan Health Advocacy Services Short‑ and Long‑term Disability Protection Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment) Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3‑4 weeks usually acceptable) Addiction Resources Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short‑term disability may provide additional paid time off) Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services Paid Holidays (12) Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements Family Building Benefits Pro Bono Opportunities Flexible Spending Accounts Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities Employee Assistance Program Bar Expense Reimbursement 529 Deductions Relocation Accident Insurance Balanced Hours Program Critical Illness Insurance Ramp‑Up/Ramp‑Down Program Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Referral Program Bereavement Leave Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities Back‑up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program Wellness Program All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law Equal Employment Opportunity The Firm is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Firm that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as afros, braids, locks, and twists), religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment including, without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotion, assignment, and dismissal. In addition, it is the Firm’s policy to provide an environment that is free of prohibited harassment of any kind including, without limitation, that which is based on sex, race, age, disability, ethnic background, or any other category protected by law (including the categories listed above). The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr