Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $145,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work directly with seasoned partners on sophisticated commercial real estate deals from day one
• Build deep experience across acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development
• Join a collaborative, inclusive environment that genuinely invests in associate growth
• Gain exposure to a diverse client base including developers, investors, lenders, and middle-market companies
• Long-term career runway with strong mentorship and meaningful responsibility early on

Location

On-site role based in either Richmond, Virginia or Baltimore, Maryland, offering the energy of a full in-office legal team and hands-on collaboration.

Note

This role requires active bar admission in the jurisdiction where you will practice and at least 2+ years of directly relevant commercial real estate law experience.

About Us

We are a business-focused law firm delivering innovative, sophisticated legal solutions to clients ranging from emerging companies to established enterprises. Our team values collaboration, inclusion, and practical problem-solving, and we are committed to creating an environment where attorneys can do their best work while building lasting careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial real estate transaction documents including purchase agreements, leases, financing and closing documents
• Support acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, development, and financing matters from diligence through closing
• Review title, survey, zoning, and diligence materials and coordinate closing processes
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on complex, high-value transactions
• Interact with clients, lenders, counterparties, and internal teams in a professional, solutions-oriented manner

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• 2+ years of commercial real estate law experience
• Admitted to the bar or eligible to waive into Maryland or Virginia
• Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with sound judgment and a practical business mindset

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be part of a collegial, high-performing real estate group where your contributions matter. We value mentorship, ownership of work, and long-term professional development, offering an environment where associates are trusted, supported, and challenged in the right ways.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance