Junior to Mid-Level Real Estate Associate

Baker & Hostetler LLP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BakerHostetler LLP in Orlando, FL is seeking a junior- to mid-level associate with 5+ years of experience to join its Real Estate Group within the Business Practice Area. You will work on sophisticated real estate transactions for regional, national and multinational clients, requiring strong drafting skills and a collaborative client-service approach.

Ideal candidates bring substantial experience in complex commercial real estate deals, diligence, and closings, with admission to the Florida

Qualifications

• Experience handling a wide variety of complex commercial real estate transactions from start to finish.
• Drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, leases, development agreements and related documents.
• Diligence review including title, survey, zoning, existing leases and environmental matters.
• Diligence and drafting in connection with mergers and acquisitions.
• Strong written and oral communication with clients, title companies and opposing counsel.
• Able to manage a fast-paced workload with priorities and accountability.
• Collaborative team player with professional standards.
• Admitted to practice law in the State of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Join BakerHostetler's Real Estate Group to handle sophisticated transactions for diverse clients.
• Draft, negotiate and finalize complex purchase agreements, leases and closing documents.
• Coordinate with title companies, surveyors, and opposing counsel throughout deals.

Skills

Real estate transactions

Drafting & negotiating

Client communication

Legal research

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Orlando office of BakerHostetler is seeking a junior- to mid-level associate with 5+ years of experience to join its Real Estate Group, part of the firm’s Business Practice Area. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated real estate transactions for a diverse client base, including regional, national, and multinational companies. The ideal candidate will have strong transactional real estate experience, excellent drafting skills, and a collaborative approach to client service.

Qualifications include:

• Experience handling a wide variety of complex commercial real estate transactions from start to finish, including purchases and sales, development, leases, and finance
• Experience drafting and negotiating sophisticated purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, development agreements, easements, declarations, legal opinions, and closing documents
• Experience with all aspects of real estate diligence review and analysis, including title and survey, zoning, existing leases, environmental and transaction authorization
• Experience handling real estate diligence and drafting in connection with mergers and acquisitions
• Effective and persuasive writing and oral communication skills, including experience speaking directly with clients, title companies, surveyors, and opposing counsel
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, complex workload while maintaining priorities and anticipating issues while assuming a high degree of responsibility
• The professional commitment and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a collaborative team environment
• Admitted to practice law in the State of Florida

Preferred qualifications:

• Real estate finance experience
• Franchise real estate acquisition and leasing experience
• Joint venture experience
• Hospitality, home builder, and/or community development experience
• Zoning and land use experience
• AmLaw 100 law firm experience strongly preferred

Why BakerHostetler?

• Work on sophisticated matters with mentorship from industry leaders
• A collegial, entrepreneurial environment that values collaboration and innovation
• Competitive salary and top-tier benefits
• The opportunity to develop your legal and business development skills
• A commitment to the legal profession and our local community

Location: This position is in Orlando, FL.

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-KB1 #LI-Hybrid