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Transactional Commercial Real Estate Associate — Chicago

$180k - $200k

We Are Legal Revolution

Base pay range $180,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr Opportunity At this firm, you will: Work directly with senior partners, not get buried under layers ⚖ Join a Chambers-recognized practice Build a real pathway toward partnership Work with international, corporate and financial clients Do sophisticated work without Big Law bureaucracy or billing-pressure culture What We Are Looking For Must-Haves (Non-Negotiable)

  • 3–5 years PQE
  • Commercial real estate transactions + real estate finance (core work)
  • Big Law training – AmLaw 100 or strong regional equivalent
  • JD from Top 10–14 (Top 20 considered for standout candidates)
  • Proven drafting and transaction experience
What Will Make You Stand Out
  • Law review, top-of-class academics, or moot court
  • Experience leading components of deals with autonomy
  • Specific lending/finance background
Automatic No-Gos No prior Big Law or top-tier real estate practice exposure • Scales up further Why Candidates Love This Firm Unlike Big Law, here you are not a number. This firm offers: A voice in strategy and client outcomes Prestige work without prestige-shaped burnout An established client base spanning industries and geographies How to Apply If you meet the core experience and academic profile and want meaningful work, genuine growth, and balanced expectations, we would love to speak with you. Apply now or reach out confidentially to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr We Are Legal Revolution

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