Real Estate Attorney

Job Title: Real Estate Attorney

Job Overview
A prominent Illinois-based law firm is hiring an Associate Attorney specializing in residential and commercial real estate. This role offers an opportunity to work on diverse real estate transactions and provide legal guidance to clients. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in real estate law and a commitment to supporting clients through complex real estate matters in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Duties

• Conduct legal research on commercial real estate topics, utilizing tools such as Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw.
• Draft, review, and negotiate documents, including purchase agreements, leases, and financing agreements.
• Guide clients on property acquisition, development, leasing, and disposition matters.
• Coordinate and oversee real estate closings and related documentation.
• Resolve title issues, review due diligence materials, and clear title requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable real estate laws and regulations.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Illinois Bar membership in good standing.
• Preferred 0-2 years of experience in real estate law.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law institution.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong legal research and drafting skills, especially for real estate documents.
• Proficiency in tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lexis-Nexis, and Westlaw.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with superior organizational and multitasking skills.
• Effective negotiation skills to advocate for clients' interests.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of loan processes, escrow, and real estate documentation is preferred.
• Understanding personal injury and environmental law is an advantage.

Job Location

• Chicago, IL

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Dental Insurance
• Life insurance