Associate - Commercial Real Estate - Chicago - $200k

We Are Legal Revolution; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Associate for sophisticated transactions in Chicago with a remote-friendly model. You will advise on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, development, and portfolio management, working directly with clients from day one.

Ideal candidates have strong drafting and negotiation skills and a track record handling complex CRE matters, with growth potential and significant earnings opportunities in a high-growth boutique environment.

Qualifications

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience handling sophisticated real estate transactions.
• Desire to build client relationships and grow a practice.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial acquisitions and dispositions.
• Manage leasing transactions and purchase agreements.
• Review title and surveys; oversee financing and lending matters.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Client relations

Job description

Commercial Real Estate Associate Sophisticated Transactions | High Growth Boutique | Real Origination Opportunity Chicago (Remote) Up to $200K Base + Bonus

I'm working closely with a rapidly growing Chicago firm that is quietly becoming one of the most exciting platforms in the market for attorneys looking to combine high-quality work, strong earning potential, and genuine career progression.

• A firm where business development is genuinely rewarded
• A collaborative environment with no internal politics or silos

Why This Firm Stands Out

Serious Growth - Not Just Talk

• The firm has doubled in size and office space in recent years
• Continued expansion across corporate, real estate, and niche sectors
• Strong internal referrals = immediate cross-selling opportunities
• No silos - attorneys actively share work and clients
• Leadership is hands-off but highly supportive
• Remote model tailored to individuals (not one-size-fits-all)

A genuinely adult environment where you're trusted to perform.

High-Quality, Sophisticated Client Base

Work with:

• Commercial landlords and tenants

You'll advise clients on a broad range of sophisticated commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, development, and portfolio management.

Clear Path to Growth & Earnings

• Strong mentorship from recognised attorneys (including "Top 40 Under 40" talent)
• Growing real estate practice with significant runway for advancement

Described internally as: "shooting fish in a barrel" for building a book.

The Role

This is a hands-on commercial real estate position with real responsibility.

You'll work on:

• Commercial acquisitions and dispositions
• Leasing transactions
• Purchase and sale agreements
• Title and survey review
• Financing and lending transactions
• Development and land use matters
• Direct client contact from day one

What They're Looking For

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Experience handling sophisticated real estate transactions
• Desire to build client relationships and grow a practice

Compensation

Up to $200K base (DOE) Bonus + 20% origination credit Exceptional long-term earning potential