Elite Real Estate Associate Attorney (2+ yrs) – High-Stakes

Lateral Link; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lateral Link is partnering with a premier Chicago-based firm to hire an experienced associate (2+ years) to join its nationally recognized Real Estate Practice Group.

The group handles acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, developments, and complex financings for top-tier clients, offering high-caliber work with mentorship and strong compensation. Associates take substantive responsibilities with direct partner access in a collaborative, mid-size setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a real estate associate.
• Experience handling acquisitions, dispositions, and financings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with due diligence, transaction management, and primary drafting.
• Support negotiations and deal closings for national clients across multiple property types.

Job description

Lateral Link is partnering with a premier Chicago-based firm to hire an experienced associate (2+ years) to join its nationally recognized Real Estate Practice Group.

The group handles acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, developments, and complex financings for top-tier clients, offering high-caliber work with mentorship and strong compensation. Associates take substantive responsibilities with direct partner access in a collaborative, mid-size setting.