Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer is seeking an experienced real estate transactions attorney in Portland, OR, to lead sophisticated lease, acquisition, financing, and development matters for clients who value expert counsel. The role offers a hybrid schedule and close collaboration with a seasoned legal team.

Candidates must be admitted to the Oregon Bar with at least 2 years of CRE transactional experience; 3+ years encouraged.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial real estate transactional experience or related real estate legal experience.
• Experience with commercial leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, real estate finance, or development preferred.
• Backgrounds in land use, construction, finance, M&A, or related real estate-focused practice areas considered.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, purchase agreements, and other real estate contracts.
• Represent buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and developers in commercial real estate transactions.
• Manage acquisitions and dispositions, from initial negotiations and due diligence through closing.
• Advise clients on commercial real estate financing, lending, and development matters.
• Work directly with clients and opposing counsel to negotiate practical, business-focused solutions.
• Assist with real estate disputes, workouts, and other complex property-related matters.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys while independently managing transactions and client relationships.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Education

Oregon Bar license

Job description

Pay:

$140,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take the lead on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions and work directly with clients who value your expertise.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule while building meaningful relationships with a collaborative legal team.
• Gain exposure to diverse real estate matters, including acquisitions, leasing, financing, and development.
• Grow your career with mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and potential advancement opportunities.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits, retirement contributions, paid time off, and potential performance-based bonuses.
• Work in an environment that values excellent legal work, professional growth, and life outside the office.

Location

Portland, OR — Hybrid. Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week while collaborating with our team in our Portland office.

Note

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Oregon and have 2+ years of commercial real estate transactional or related real estate legal experience. Attorneys with 3+ years of directly relevant experience are especially encouraged to apply.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established boutique law firm dedicated to helping businesses, investors, and developers navigate complex legal matters. Our team combines sophisticated legal work with a collaborative, personalized approach. We believe talented attorneys do their best work when they have the independence to lead, the support to grow, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, purchase agreements, and other real estate contracts.
• Represent buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and developers in commercial real estate transactions.
• Manage acquisitions and dispositions, from initial negotiations and due diligence through closing.
• Advise clients on commercial real estate financing, lending, and development matters.
• Work directly with clients and opposing counsel to negotiate practical, business-focused solutions.
• Assist with real estate disputes, workouts, and other complex property-related matters.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys while independently managing transactions and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Active Oregon Bar license required.
• 2+ years of commercial real estate transactional experience or related real estate legal experience.
• Experience with commercial leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, real estate finance, or development preferred.
• Backgrounds in land use, construction, finance, M&A, or related real estate-focused practice areas considered.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters while delivering excellent client service.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer the opportunity to work on challenging, high-value matters without unnecessary layers of bureaucracy. You'll enjoy a supportive team, meaningful client relationships, flexible hybrid work options, and room to shape your career. With healthcare and retirement contributions, paid vacation, and opportunities for professional development, we invest in both your success and your well-being.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance