Commercial Real Estate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate for its Charleston, SC office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial real estate law and a proven track record in handling diverse real estate transactions and legal matters.

Duties

• Represent clients in acquisitions, dispositions, and financings.
• Handle common and preferred equity investments and leases.
• Advise on development, zoning matters, and corporate governance.
• Provide legal counsel to developers and investors.
• Negotiate and draft agreements for real estate transactions.
• Represent clients in zoning appeals and property tax assessments.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in commercial real estate law.
• Strong expertise in real estate finance, zoning, and land use.
• Experience with joint ventures and representing developers and lenders preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Eligibility for admission to the South Carolina Bar preferred.

Skills

• Ability to independently manage and close complex transactions.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans, including a Health Savings Account option.
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Telehealth services.
• Cash Balance Pension Plan or Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Short- & Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Parental Leave policy, Holiday and Vacation Pay, and Bereavement Leave.
• Body Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation expense reimbursement and bar application support.

This firm provides sophisticated legal services in a broad range of practice areas, this is one of the fastest growing law firms in the Southeast with offices located in North and South Carolina. Serve a variety of clients, large and small, local to international, start-ups to well-established. There are approximately 250 attorneys engaged in a general business, banking and litigation practice.