Commercial Real Estate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Commercial Real Estate Associate in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The role involves working on a variety of commercial real estate transactions, including leasing, financing, and property management agreements. The position offers opportunities to collaborate with corporate and transactional lawyers on complex projects.

Duties

• Engage in landlord and tenant leasing transactions.
• Participate in lender and borrower financing activities.
• Draft and review hotel franchise and property management agreements.
• Conduct acquisition and sale transactions, including title and survey reviews.
• Collaborate on mergers and acquisitions and diligence projects.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
• Passion for the practice of law and self-growth.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member of The Florida Bar or ability to obtain admission promptly.

Skills

• Legal due diligence and drafting aptitude.

Benefits

• Hybrid and remote work arrangements available.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.