Real Estate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a non-partner track Real Estate Attorney to join its team in Salt Lake City. This role offers challenging work, client relationship building, and specialization opportunities without a billable hour requirement. The firm provides a collaborative environment with hybrid work flexibility and necessary equipment. A comprehensive benefits package is available, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) match, profit sharing, paid parental leave, and domestic partner coverage.

Duties

• Provide expert legal and strategic advice on real estate aspects in various financings and partnerships.
• Analyze and advise on title, survey, environmental, zoning, and other real estate matters.
• Prepare and negotiate real estate documents such as purchase agreements and leases.
• Advise on land use regulations, zoning approvals, and permitting processes.
• Provide counsel on property acquisition strategies, including eminent domain proceedings.
• Collaborate on real estate components of complex projects.
• Identify and resolve real estate issues during transactions.

Requirements

• J.D. with excellent academic credentials.
• 5-7 years practicing real estate law, preferably in commercial or public sector real estate.
• Strong understanding of real estate principles, laws, and regulations.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Certifications

• Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Independent, action-oriented thinker.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and document preparation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) match and profit sharing.
• Paid parental leave.
• Domestic partner coverage.

This law firm has one of the largest public finance practices in the United States. Its practice areas include airport facilities, higher education, public power, manufacturing facilities, healthcare and long-term care, and other non-profit facilities. The firm has consistently been ranked as the top firm in the number of long-term state and local government bond issues. The firm's offices are located in multiple major locations including Salt Lake City, Utah, and Kansas City, Missouri.