Real Estate Transactional Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:
Jackie Lynn Ward, Attorney at Law, PLLC, is a growing, multi-practice small law firm located in San Antonio. We provide comprehensive legal counsel to individuals, families, and business owners throughout Texas. Our firm prides itself on delivering high-quality, practical legal solutions in a collaborative, fast paced, and client-focused environment.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a versatile and motivated Transactional Associate Attorney to join our team. This role is ideal for a practitioner looking to manage a diverse workload across corporate law, real property, asset preservation, and energy law. You will work closely with the managing attorney and litigation associate to gain direct client-facing experience, and manage files from inception to closing or administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Real Estate: Draft and review commercial and residential purchase agreements, deeds, leases, and financing documents; coordinate with title companies for closings.
• Estate Planning & Probate: Counsel clients on asset preservation; draft wills, transfer on death deeds, trusts, and powers of attorney; manage probate administrations and estate filings.
• Business Formations: Structure and form corporate entities (LLCs, LPs, Corporations); draft operating agreements, bylaws, and corporate resolutions.
• Oil & Gas: Review mineral deeds, lease agreements, and surface use agreements; assist with basic title or ownership issues.
• Client Management: Conduct initial consultations, maintain regular client communication, and manage transaction timelines independently.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.).
• Active license in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• 1 to 4 years of experience handling Texas transactional matters (real estate and probate preferred).
• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to balance multiple distinct practice areas and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills for client counseling.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 (Commensurate with experience)
• Benefits upon full-time
• • 401(k)
  • Concierge PCP, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, office retreats
  • Annual CLE allowance and Texas State Bar dues coverage

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume , a cover letter highlighting your transactional or probate experience, and a brief writing sample