Associate

Associate, Real Estate

A leading international law firm

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Global law firm seeks a junior to mid-level real estate associate to join its U.S. Real Estate team. The role is open to candidates for the New York and Chicago offices and involves advising on a broad range of real estate matters across multiple asset classes.

Work will involve drafting and negotiating transactional documentation, conducting and coordinating due diligence, and supporting cross-practice matters including finance, M&A and funds work. The team handles domestic and international transactions for investors, owners, developers, lenders and institutions.

  • Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification real estate experience in a large law firm
  • JD (or foreign equivalent); admission to the applicable U.S. state bar
  • Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, joint ventures and real estate finance; familiarity with commercial, multi-family, industrial, mixed-use, data center and hospitality asset classes
  • Proven due diligence experience (lease, title, survey review) and strong drafting skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication, time management, and ability to handle multiple high‑pressure matters
  • Team player with a client-service focus, sound judgment and a proactive approach

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