Commercial Real Estate Associate (2+ Yrs)

Job Description Experience: Mid Level Salary: $185,000 - $225,000 per year Job Details We are seeking an associate with 2–4 years of experience to join our commercial real estate and development practice. This role offers hands‑on involvement in a steady flow of sophisticated transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing matters across a variety of asset classes. Our teams are lean and collaborative, allowing associates to take meaningful responsibility while working closely with experienced attorneys. The position is well‑suited for someone who enjoys transactional work, values efficiency, and is looking to grow into increased deal ownership within a fast‑paced, high‑quality practice at a growing AmLaw 200 platform. Responsibilities Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, closing documents, and related transactional materials Review and analyze title, survey, and due diligence materials and identify issues and resolutions Draft, review, and summarize loan documents for commercial financing transactions Support commercial leasing matters for landlords and tenants Manage deal timelines, closing checklists, and coordination with internal teams and counterparties Produce polished, client‑ready work product with strong attention to detail and practical judgment Qualifications 2–4 years of transactional commercial real estate experience Strong foundational experience with title and survey review, acquisition documentation, and loan documents Excellent writing, research, negotiation, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline‑driven environment Preferred experience representing developers and/or borrowers in complex transactions Requirements Prior law firm experience required Active bar admission tied to the attorney’s primary office location Ability to work in a hybrid environment with regular in‑office collaboration (2–3 days per week) A bit about us We are a full‑service law firm advising clients on complex legal and business matters across a wide range of industries. Our work includes sophisticated transactions, regulatory issues, and high‑stakes disputes, with an emphasis on practical judgment and efficient execution. Matters are staffed leanly, with experienced lawyers directly involved rather than layered teams. While we are grounded in a long‑established platform, we continue to grow and adapt alongside our clients. We are a growing AmLaw 200 firm that values collaboration, consistency, and clear, business‑focused legal advice over formality or flash. Why join us? We offer an environment where attorneys can do substantive work, gain client exposure, and build expertise without unnecessary bureaucracy. Our structure supports real responsibility, close collaboration, and hands‑on mentorship at all levels. We focus on efficiency, flexibility, and thoughtful practice management, allowing lawyers to develop strong practices while maintaining sustainability over the long term. As a growing AmLaw 200 firm, we are investing strategically in our people and infrastructure, creating opportunities for career advancement, practice growth, and long‑term professional stability. #J-18808-Ljbffr