Real Estate Associate, 4+ Years - Portland, OR

Schwabe is a premier Northwest regional law firm serving the needs of businesses in seven key industry sectors: Technology; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Consumer Products, Manufacturing and Retail; Natural Resources; Real Estate and Construction; Ports and Maritime; and Indian Country and Alaska Native Corporations. We have offices in four states, in the cities of Portland, Bend, Salem, Seattle, Vancouver, Anchorage, and Mountain View. Schwabe has a culture based on collaboration, innovation, and a drive to help our clients achieve success. Schwabe currently has an opening for a full-time lawyer to work in a thriving, diverse real estate practice. Portland, Oregon is the preferred location for this opening, but other office locations will be considered. Key Qualifications Juris Doctorate (J.D.) Degree from an ABA‑accredited law school 4+ years of experience with commercial real estate transactions, including leasing, purchase & sale agreements, and development‑related contracts Strong interest in engaging in real estate and construction, natural resources, or energy industry groups and business development Excellent academic credentials and professional references, as well as solid legal research, writing, and communication skills Demonstrated ownership of projects and willingness to work hard in a team‑oriented setting, but with significant independence A track record showing exemplary client service, organizational skills, and teamwork Excellent skills in legal research, analysis, writing, and communication Oregon State Bar admission or eligibility for reciprocity is required Candidates should submit PDFs of their cover letter, resume, law school transcripts, and a writing sample directed to Michelle Baird-Johnson, Senior Director of Talent Acquisition & Integration. Inquiries are maintained in confidence. The base pay range for this position is $165,000-$200,000, depending on job skills and legal practice experience relevant to the position. The position is also eligible for productivity and discretionary merit bonus consideration at the end of each calendar year. A listing of benefits can be found here: In order to cultivate our collaborative culture and better serve our firm clients, most lawyer positions at Schwabe require in-person work in our offices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with flexibility on Mondays and Fridays to work offsite. Schwabe is proud to be Mansfield Rule Plus Certified. This certification designation means that we have not only adopted best practices for ensuring equal opportunities for all attorneys, but also have demonstrated measurable progress in broadening the diversity of our firm and firm leadership. Schwabe is committed to cultivating and celebrating a diverse talent pool because it makes our firm better. People from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Schwabe