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Associate Corporate (Real Estate) Chicago

$225k

Direct Counsel

Real Estate Associate (35 Years) Multiple Locations | Hybrid

Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join a leading law firm's Real Estate practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, financings, joint ventures, leasing, and development projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, JV agreements, and loan documents
  • Support acquisitions, dispositions, and real estate financings
  • Assist with leasing matters (office, retail, industrial, mixed-use)
  • Conduct due diligence (title, survey, zoning, environmental)
  • Coordinate closings and manage transaction documentation

Qualifications:

  • 35 years of real estate transactional experience
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills
  • Experience with commercial real estate transactions and diligence
  • Ability to manage deals from signing through closing
  • Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction required

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Salary range: $225,000 $435,000 + bonus (based on class year)
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
  • Professional development and wellness programs
  • Collaborative, growth-oriented environment
Direct Counsel
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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