Real Estate Associate Attorney - Chicago

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office. The position involves handling sophisticated commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, joint ventures, leasing, and development transactions.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents such as purchase and sale agreements and loan documents.
• Support and manage acquisitions and dispositions of commercial real estate assets.
• Assist with real estate finance transactions, including drafting loan documents.
• Support commercial leasing matters for various property types.
• Conduct due diligence, including title, survey, and zoning analysis.
• Prepare closing checklists and coordinate closings with relevant parties.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission in good standing in the jurisdiction where you will sit.
• 3-5 years of relevant real estate transactional experience.
• Strong legal writing, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with title and survey review and other diligence components.
• Experience coordinating closings and managing transaction documentation.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission in good standing in the jurisdiction where you will sit.

Skills

• Strong legal writing and drafting skills.
• Excellent negotiation and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Professional development programs.
• Wellness initiatives supporting physical, emotional, mental, and financial health.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306