Associate Attorney - Corporate Real Estate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Real Estate Associate Attorney in Miami, Florida. The position involves supporting and leading sophisticated commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, joint ventures, leasing, and development transactions.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents such as purchase and sale agreements and loan documents.
• Support and manage acquisitions and dispositions of commercial real estate assets.
• Assist with real estate finance transactions, including drafting loan documents.
• Support commercial leasing matters, representing landlords and tenants.
• Conduct due diligence, including review of title, survey, and zoning documents.
• Prepare closing checklists and coordinate closings with clients and other parties.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission in good standing in the jurisdiction where you will sit.
• 2-5 years of relevant real estate transactional experience.
• Strong legal writing, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with title and survey review, zoning review, and other diligence components.
• Experience coordinating closings and managing transaction documentation.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Certifications

• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction

Skills

• Legal writing and drafting
• Negotiation and organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Experience with complex commercial real estate transactions

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Professional development programs
• Wellness initiatives

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