Associate (Real Estate)

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, a prominent full-service firm headquartered in Harrisburg, seeks an Associate to join our Real Estate Group. You will handle transactional real estate matters for diverse clients, partnering with senior attorneys to deliver sophisticated solutions.

The ideal candidate has a JD, admission to the Pennsylvania Bar, and at least two years of transactional real estate experience, with exposure to litigation or planned communities considered a plus.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligible to waive in).
• Minimum of 2 years of transactional real estate experience in a law firm.
• Experience with litigation and/or planned community law is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated ability to handle real estate transactions with attention to detail and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development matters.
• Take ownership of assigned matters from start to finish - review, analyze, and develop strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
• Conduct thorough research using all available resources to support case strategies and provide well-informed advice.
• Prepare, review, and finalize contracts, pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by maintaining regular, proactive communication with clients about case progress and next steps.
• Represent clients effectively in negotiations and work toward favorable resolutions whenever possible.
• Partner with senior attorneys and colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, including adherence to state bar requirements and firm policies.
• Assist in setting retainers, managing payment schedules, and ensuring timely collection of receivables for assigned cases.
• Stay current with legal developments and complete all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) to maintain bar membership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Verbal communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Joining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full-service firm with more than 170 attorneys and 350 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.

At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well-being with a family-focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you’ll feel at home at McNees.

McNees, Wallace & Nurick is actively seeking an Associate to join our dynamic Real Estate Group. At McNees, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration - where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional legal services and building lasting relationships, we’d love to meet you.

This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about real estate law and eager to build strong client relationships while working on sophisticated and varied matters. Ideal candidates will bring hands‑on transactional real estate experience, with additional exposure to litigation and planned communities considered a strong advantage.

Responsibilities:

As an Attorney at McNees, you’ll be an integral part of our team, working on meaningful matters and building strong client relationships. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Transactional Real Estate Work: Handle a wide range of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development matters .
• Case & Matter Management: Take ownership of assigned matters from start to finish - review, analyze, and develop strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
• Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research using all available resources to support case strategies and provide well-informed advice.
• Document Drafting: Prepare, review, and finalize contracts, pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Client Communication: Serve as a trusted advisor by maintaining regular, proactive communication with clients about case progress and next steps.
• Negotiation & Advocacy: Represent clients effectively in negotiations and work toward favorable resolutions whenever possible.
• Collaboration: Partner with senior attorneys and colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Compliance & Ethics: Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, including adherence to state bar requirements and firm policies.
• Financial Responsibility: Assist in setting retainers, managing payment schedules, and ensuring timely collection of receivables for assigned cases.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with legal developments and complete all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) to maintain bar membership.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• Minimum of 2 years of transactional real estate experience in a law firm.
• Experience with litigation and/or planned community law is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated ability to handle real estate transactions with attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to client service excellence.

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About McNees

Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pa., McNees operates offices across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., giving our team a broad regional footprint and diverse opportunities for collaboration. We are ranked among the NLJ 500, Best Law Firms, and Best Lawyers, and nationally recognized for excellence in areas such as construction litigation and energy law.

Our attorneys deliver tailored strategies to businesses, individuals, and organizations across industries, including real estate, energy, healthcare, banking and finance, insurance, construction, and technology. We also have a strong presence in public sector law, advocating for clients in regulatory and legislative matters at all levels of government.

Our services span corporate law, real estate and construction, labor and employment, litigation, tax, intellectual property, energy and environmental, estate planning, and public sector law, complemented by affiliated businesses like Apollo Communications (strategic marketing and PR), Keystone Municipal Solutions (municipal consulting), and Pine Street Land Company (title and settlement services).

McNees offers an engaging work environment, robust opportunities for professional development, challenging and rewarding career paths, and competitive compensation. McNees is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any trait protected by law.