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Attorney / Associate - Real Estate

$250k - $420k
Full-time

We Are Legal Revolution

We Are Legal Revolution is working discreetly with a well established Am Law ranked national full service firm seeking a mid to senior level Real Estate Associate to join its Chicago office on a hybrid basis.

This real estate team advises sophisticated developers, investors, and institutions on complex commercial transactions and offers associates direct ownership of high value matters. You will work closely with hands on partners, enjoy meaningful client contact, and build a long term career on a respected national platform with strong training and support.

Company Highlights

  • Join an Am Law ranked national platform recognized in major directories for multiple core practices
  • Advise on sophisticated commercial real estate acquisitions, development projects, financing and leasing for high value institutional clients
  • Benefit from a broad United States office network providing cross office collaboration and diverse matter exposure
  • Gain direct partner access within a collaborative culture that prioritizes teamwork, mentorship, and substantive responsibility
  • Develop on a platform that invests in structured training, leadership development, and long term progression

The Role

  • Lead and support commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions, from initial structuring through closing
  • Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, development agreements, and property management agreements
  • Handle sophisticated office, retail, and mixed use leasing for landlords and tenants
  • Collaborate on joint ventures, borrower side finance, and real estate fund matters where experience aligns
  • Work closely with partners while managing day to day deal responsibilities and client communications

Ideal Candidate Profile

The firm is seeking a mid to senior level Real Estate Associate with:

  • At least 3 years of commercial real estate experience from a sophisticated law firm environment
  • Hands on experience with purchase and sale, development, property management agreements, and leasing
  • Active Illinois bar admission or ability to become admitted promptly
  • Strong academic credentials, ideally from a law school ranked up to approximately T50
  • Experience with joint ventures, borrower side finance, or real estate funds is preferred

Compensation & Benefits

  • $250,000 to $420,000 base salary, depending on experience
  • Performance based bonus opportunity
  • Billable expectation of 1,900 hours
  • Comprehensive benefits package in line with leading national firms
  • Robust training, mentorship, and professional development support

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