Real Estate Associate

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join its Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing. This role offers an opportunity to work on sophisticated real estate matters in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

Location:

• Chicago, Illinois

Duties:

• Handle complex commercial real estate transactions

• Draft and negotiate documentation related to acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing

• Conduct due diligence reviews and title/survey analysis

• Collaborate with clients, partners, and opposing counsel on deal structuring

• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously with attention to detail and deadlines

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant real estate law experience

• Demonstrated experience in handling commercial transactions from inception to closing

• Strong work ethic and ability to operate independently and as part of a team

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the Illinois Bar (must be in good standing or eligible for admission on motion)

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex real estate agreements

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage a high volume of matters with minimal supervision

• Strong client service and interpersonal skills

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and long-term disability insurance

• Flexible spending accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Annual bonus eligibility

• Professional development support and resources

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.