Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate to join its expanding practice in Atlanta, GA. This role offers the opportunity to work with high-profile clients on complex transactions across the United States, providing a platform for career advancement within a respected and growing practice.

Duties

• Advise institutional investors, developers, and private equity clients on commercial real estate matters.
• Structure and execute acquisitions, dispositions, and financings across diverse asset classes.
• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and commercial leases.
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including title, survey, and zoning reviews.
• Advise on development projects from entitlement through completion.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across various practice areas.
• Support clients with operational real estate matters, including lease amendments and tenant issues.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• 4-6 years of commercial real estate experience at a nationally recognized law firm.
• Admission to the bar in the state of location preference or ability to become admitted promptly.
• Demonstrated experience in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the relevant state.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial mindset with a client-first approach.
• Collaborative team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on market-leading transactions with top-tier clients.
• Exposure to innovative deal structures and emerging real estate sectors.
• Robust training and development programs.
• Supportive and inclusive firm culture with cross-office collaboration.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

The types of attorneys who practice at this firm are generally the most well rounded coming out of their law school class. Great grades and good presentation is what sets this firm's youngest associates apart. Associates here are quite free to be honest with the partners and feel completely at ease telling them they need more guidance on a particular project, or that they are simply spread too thin to handle a new one. Unlike other major law firms, this firm truly hires every associate with the expectation that they make partner and if you do not make partner you are not asked to leave the firm. Also, they have one of the most diverse groups of attorneys in the Southeast. Everyone is welcome. This is one of our favorites.