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Real Estate (Equity) Associate Attorney (25 Years)

$235k - $365k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 10 law firm to identify a talented Real Estate (Equity) Associate (2–5 years of experience) to join its Real Estate practice in Chicago .

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking to work on complex commercial real estate equity transactions within a premier real estate platform. The team advises sophisticated clients—including private equity sponsors, investment funds, and institutional investors —on high-value real estate transactions across a variety of asset classes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on commercial real estate equity transactions

  • Work on joint ventures, acquisitions, dispositions, and financings

  • Assist with deal structuring, due diligence, and transaction execution

  • Draft and negotiate real estate transaction documents and agreements

  • Collaborate with deal teams on complex and high-value real estate matters

Qualifications
  • 2–5 years of commercial real estate transactional experience at a leading law firm

  • Experience handling real estate equity transactions , including joint ventures, acquisitions, and dispositions

  • Borrower-side real estate finance experience preferred

  • Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills

  • Outstanding academic credentials

  • Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment

  • Admission to the Illinois Bar or eligibility to obtain admission

Why This Opportunity
  • Join a top-tier AmLaw 10 real estate practice

  • Work on sophisticated and high-value real estate transactions

  • Collaborate with leading real estate investors and private equity sponsors

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

  • Strong opportunities for mentorship, advancement, and long-term career growth

Compensation

The anticipated salary range is $235,000 – $365,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and internal compensation structures. The firm also offers a robust benefits package for attorneys and employees.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through directcounsel.net with your resume and law transcripts.

Vacancy posted a month ago
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