Associate Attorney - Commercial Real Estate

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C. is seeking a commercial transactional attorney to join its Real Estate practice.

The role focuses on complex real estate transactions, including structuring, financing, leasing, and related agreements, with opportunities to grow an established client list. The candidate should have at least 3 years of transactional real estate experience and be prepared to commute or relocate, with JD and bar admission required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one state; ability to seek admission in Tennessee.
• 3+ years of commercial transactional real estate experience.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate leases, purchase/sale agreements, LOIs and related title documents.
• Engage in due diligence, track dates, review title, surveys and environmental reports, and draft closing documents.
• Facilitate closings and handle post‑closing documentation.
• Draft and review operating agreements, bylaws, shareholding agreements and service contracts.
• Draft and negotiate loan documents where applicable.
• Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals and staff to manage deals.
• Maintain organized client files and project tracking.

Skills

3+ years experience

Analytical skills

Legal writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Deadline management

Time management

Problem solving

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction / Tennessee admission

Job description

We are seeking a commercial transactional attorney to join our Real Estate section. This attorney will have the opportunity to continue growing their practice while benefiting from an already established client list. A successful candidate will have at least 3 years of experience with transactional commercial real estate in some or all of the following areas: organizational structuring, financing/investment, VC arrangements, leasing, land use and zoning, acquisitions/dispositions, construction, commercial lending, and tax.
**This role is based in our Chattanooga, TN office. Candidates must be willing to commute or relocate to be considered. Please submit a copy of your resume and law school transcript for consideration.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate leases, purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, easements, covenants, and restriction agreements (or similar title agreements), amendments to any of the foregoing, etc. for commercial real estate transactions.
• Engage in due diligence related to real estate transactions and otherwise shepherd a deal from agreement to closing, including tracking critical dates, reviewing title and survey and environmental reports, and preparing and negotiating closing documents.
• Facilitate closings and complete post-closing documentation and administration.
• Draft and review complex operating agreements or bylaws, shareholders’ agreements, property management agreements, master service and service level agreements, indemnity agreements, and other client contracts.
• Draft and negotiate loan documents (if applicable).
• Coordinate with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals and staff members.
• Effectively organize and maintain client files.

Skills and Competencies

• Minimum 3 years job experience as an attorney with commercial and transactional experience.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication to effectively advocate for and work with various types of clients is vital.
• Willing to pitch in, collaborate, and support growing practice group in a fast‑paced growing market.
• Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise.
• Able to meet strict deadlines under significant time pressure.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities.

Education Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to at least one state bar in the relevant jurisdiction and the ability to seek admission in Tennessee.

With client service being a critical focus for the firm, the candidate will be expected to provide top‑notch service, including thoughtful and responsive guidance to clients and an excellent work product. In addition, we expect a high level of professionalism, integrity, and ability to work with a dynamic, collaborative, and high‑performing team. We place a large emphasis on our culture and providing an innovative, fun, and collaborative work environment.

Chambliss is committed to being one of the best law firms to work for in our region. We are actively searching for highly qualified people to work as attorneys, legal assistants, and support staff personnel. Chambliss strives to attract a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We ARE NOT utilizing outside agencies for this role. Please DO NOT SOLICIT.