Associate Real Estate Litigation Attorney

A law firm in Washington D.C. is seeking an Associate Real Estate Litigation Attorney with 2+ years of experience. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in litigating real estate disputes, including landlord-tenant matters (commercial and residential), drafting complaints and default notices, contract disputes, and construction disputes. Additional experience in fair housing, commercial bankruptcy (creditor side), tax sales, and foreclosures is a plus. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team and independently, with strong writing credentials and excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. The position requires current licensure in the District of Columbia and a license in Virginia or Maryland is a significant plus.

Duties:

• Handle real estate litigation matters, including landlord-tenant disputes, contract disputes, and construction disputes.
• Draft complaints, default notices, and legal documents related to real estate litigation.
• Navigate the administrative hearing process efficiently.
• Provide legal counsel on fair housing, commercial bankruptcy (creditor side), tax sales, and foreclosures.
• Work collaboratively within a team while also taking individual responsibility for client matters.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 2+ years of experience in real estate litigation.
• Demonstrated experience in landlord-tenant matters, contract disputes, and construction disputes.
• Knowledge of administrative hearing processes.
• Current license in the District of Columbia, or the ability to immediately waive into DC.
• A license in Virginia or Maryland is a significant plus.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Current license in the District of Columbia; immediate ability to waive into DC.

Skills:

• Strong writing credentials.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Expertise in real estate litigation and related areas.
• Additional skills in fair housing, commercial bankruptcy, tax sales, and foreclosures are advantageous.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Contributions to health and dental plans.
• Subsidized gym membership.
• Disability coverage.

This Washington, District of Columbia- based law firm provides advocacy and strategic counseling services to clients. The firm's major practice areas include administrative law, legislative lobbying, commercial leasing, employment law, trade associations, legislative lobbying, real estate acquisition and development, and taxation and estate planning. The firm was recognized as one of the best real estate and construction law practices in Washington, District of Columbia by The Legal 500.