Attorney

ABD Talent; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Parental leave

Paid lunches and parking

Wellness program with fitness benefits

Licensing expenses covered

Job summary

ABD Talent is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join our growing real estate practice in Texas. The ideal candidate holds a J.D., is licensed in Texas, and has 3–5 years of hands-on real estate experience, including development, master planned communities, covenants, plats, and HOA matters.

You will handle drafting and negotiating real estate documents, advise on development projects, and collaborate with clients and colleagues to deliver practical legal solutions across the

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas license to practice law required.
• 3–5 years of substantive real estate law experience.
• Direct experience with real estate development and master planned communities.
• Experience drafting and reviewing complex documents with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate plats, development agreements, entitlement documents, and related real estate agreements.
• Prepare, review, and amend restrictive covenants for various developments.
• Draft and revise governing documents for master planned communities and HOA matters.
• Advise nonprofits and property owners' associations, including formation documents.
• Advise developers on legal matters throughout development projects.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on real estate development and property matters.
• Communicate with clients, government entities, and stakeholders.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines with accuracy and professionalism.
• Work independently while collaborating with attorneys and other professionals.

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Legal research

Real estate knowledge

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

We are seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join an established and growing real estate practice. This position is ideal for an attorney with 3–5 years of substantive, hands‑on experience in real estate law, particularly in real estate development, master planned communities, restrictive covenants, plats, development agreements, and property owners’ associations.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling sophisticated real estate development matters and be comfortable working with a high degree of independence. Strong drafting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide practical legal guidance throughout the development lifecycle are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate plats, development agreements, entitlement documents, and related real estate agreements.
• Prepare, review, and amend restrictive covenants for residential, commercial, and mixed‑use developments.
• Draft and revise governing documents for master planned communities, including declarations, bylaws, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Form and advise nonprofit organizations and property owners’ associations, including preparation of formation and corporate governance documents.
• Advise developers on legal matters throughout all phases of real estate development projects.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to real estate development and property matters.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, governmental entities, and other stakeholders.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and other legal professionals.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Texas — required.
• 3–5 years of substantive real estate law experience.
• Direct experience with real estate development and master planned communities.
• Experience drafting and reviewing complex legal documents with minimal supervision.
• Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience practicing in a law firm environment.
• Experience with large‑scale residential, commercial, or mixed‑use development projects.
• Familiarity with property owners’ associations and community governance matters.
• Strong client relationship and business‑development skills.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated Texas‑licensed attorney with strong real estate development experience who can take ownership of matters and work effectively with limited supervision.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Excellent judgment and attention to detail.
• Strong legal writing and document‑drafting abilities.
• Practical, solution‑oriented thinking.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Professional and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible working arrangements and remote work opportunities.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.Paid continuing legal education (CLE) and licensing expenses.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and supplemental insurance options.
• Legal services and identity theft protection.
• Parental leave.
• Paid lunches and parking.
• Wellness program with fitness membership or reimbursement options.
• Bonus eligibility based on applicable performance and billable‑hour requirements.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and maintaining an inclusive and professional workplace.