Associate Real Estate Attorney

Mier Law PLLC is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our growing commercial real estate practice in Dallas. ABOUT MIER LAW By design, Mier Law is a boutique law firm focused exclusively on serving the real estate industry. Based in Dallas, Texas, we represent sophisticated clients in real estate transactions throughout Texas and nationwide. Our focused practice and deep industry experience allow us to provide knowledgeable, practical, and efficient legal representation while maintaining the collaborative environment and direct client relationships of a boutique firm. We are deeply committed to the professional growth of all our attorneys and to providing an uncommon platform for long‑term success. Our attorneys work closely with firm leadership, have meaningful client interaction, and are encouraged and vigorously supported in developing their practices. We also value work‑life balance and the well‑being of each of our attorneys and genuinely consider both to be firm priorities. POSITION OVERVIEW The ideal candidate will have at least four years of highly relevant transactional real estate experience, with a particular focus on acquisitions, development, finance, and loan documentation. The strongest candidates for this position will have successful experience in the real estate practice group of a large law firm, at a real estate boutique, or in an in‑house real estate legal department. Responsibilities may include: Handling acquisitions and dispositions involving various property types, including the documentation of relevant agreements and development matters Preparing and negotiating loan documentation and handling real estate finance matters Reviewing and resolving title, survey, and other due‑diligence matters, including working with and managing the firm’s paralegal Advising clients regarding entity formation and related corporate matters Taking primary responsibility for managing transactions from initial documentation through closing Communicating directly with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, title companies, and other transaction participants Developing practical, business‑minded solutions that advance clients’ goals QUALIFICATIONS Four or more years of relevant transactional commercial real estate experience Significant experience with real estate acquisitions, development, and finance J.D. from an accredited law school Strong academic credentials preferred Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Texas Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Careful attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines A practical, solutions‑oriented approach to legal work Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Commitment to exceptional client service, integrity, and professional excellence WHY JOIN MIER LAW? Sophisticated commercial real estate work Competitive base salary plus the opportunity for a significant guaranteed bonus calculated using a fair and transparent formula Origination credit for matters brought to the firm A genuine focus on work‑life balance, with a very realistic annual billable‑hour requirement Direct access to and mentorship from experienced firm leadership Meaningful client contact and transaction responsibility A transparent path for advancement and partnership Firm‑paid State Bar dues and continuing legal education Support for professional memberships and industry involvement Business‑development resources and budget A collaborative, respectful, and team‑oriented environment Paid time off and firm holidays Paid downtown parking COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS Employees have access to a broad, Fortune 500‑style benefits platform through ADP TotalSource, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) with an annual employer contribution 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions Employer‑paid life and long‑term disability insurance Telehealth services and Health Advocate support Employee Assistance Program and wellness programs Optional short‑term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident, supplemental life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance Optional group legal services and identity theft monitoring Optional access to pet wellness, auto and home insurance, and real estate services discount programs WORK ARRANGEMENT This position will initially be on‑site for a training period. Upon successful completion of the training period, the attorney will have flexibility for a hybrid work schedule. Our office is located in downtown Dallas. #J-18808-Ljbffr