Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Santa Fe, NM, is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions and sales, development, leasing, title, land use, rights of way, construction contracts, and loan documents. The firm values team-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills and a stellar academic record.

Duties:

• Handle various aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, sales, development, leasing, title, land use, rights of way, construction contracts, and loan documents.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents related to real estate transactions.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on real estate matters.
• Assist in negotiations and settlements on behalf of clients.
• Represent clients in real estate-related litigation matters, if necessary.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of experience as a Real Estate Associate Attorney.
• Experience in commercial real estate transactions preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent academic record from a reputable law school.
• Admission to the State Bar in NM or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar in NM or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of real estate laws and regulations.

Benefits:

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Enhanced parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers
• Automatic Off Ramp/On-Ramp program for parental leave
• Inclusive fertility and family benefits
• Voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurance
• 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.

This is undoubtedly one of the Mountain West's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Mountain West legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in the Mountain West region, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.