Commercial Real Estate Associate

Elizabeth Sanders; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 280,000 - 375,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Strong commitment to work-life balance

Opportunities for high-value transactions

Job summary

A leading law firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate. This role involves representing clients in commercial property transactions, negotiating leases, and advising on financing. The ideal candidate has 4–7 years of relevant experience and excellent drafting and negotiation skills. This firm offers a competitive salary range of $280-375K and emphasizes a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in commercial real estate law including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in the acquisition and disposition of commercial properties.
• Advise on financing and lending transactions.
• Draft and negotiate leases for various property types.
• Collaborate with clients and teams for successful execution.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Client-focused collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admission to the Illinois Bar

Job description

Overview

Our client, a rapidly growing Am Law 150 firm known for its collegial and collaborative culture, is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate to join its Chicago office. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions while enjoying a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Base Salary Range: $280-375K.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in the acquisition and disposition of commercial properties across multiple asset classes.
• Advise on a variety of financing and lending transactions, including secured loans, refinancings, and complex debt structures.
• Draft and negotiate leases for retail, office, industrial, and mixed-use properties.
• Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams to ensure successful transaction execution.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Illinois Bar (or eligibility for admission).
• 4–7 years of experience in commercial real estate law, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Why Join

• Work with a nationally recognized team on high-value transactions.
• Join a firm experiencing exponential growth while maintaining a strong commitment to work-life balance and collegiality.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.