Entry-Level Real Estate Attorney

Premier Development; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range 120k-160k

Annual bonus opportunity

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company holidays

Life Insurance

Professional development

Career growth & advancement

Mentorship

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Premier Development, a Somerset County real estate development firm, seeks an entry-level Real Estate Attorney to join our legal and professional team. You will gain hands-on experience across land acquisition, entitlements, financing, construction, and development. Required: J.D.

from an accredited school and New Jersey bar admission; 3–5 years in real estate preferred, with training provided. We offer a competitive salary, bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, PTO, and long-term growth

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New Jersey.
• Interest in real estate development and construction matters.
• Strong research, writing, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with real estate transactions, contracts, and closings.
• Support land acquisition, due diligence, entitlements, and financing.
• Collaborate with banks, lenders, and other financial institutions.
• Provide timely legal analysis and maintain thorough documentation.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Real estate knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar admission: New Jersey

Job description

A well-established real estate development firm in Somerset County, New Jersey, with a growing portfolio of residential and commercial properties, is seeking a motivated entry-level Real Estate Attorney to join our legal and professional team.

Our firm is involved in all facets of real estate development, including land acquisition, due diligence, entitlements, financing, construction, and development. Having successfully developed thousands of homes and apartments, we offer an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced legal, development, and real estate professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build a long-term career in real estate development and construction. The successful candidate will work closely with our legal and professional staff and gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of real estate development matters.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in New Jersey
• 3-5 years of experience preferred in real estate, construction, or a related practice area
• Experience with real estate transactions and contracts
• Familiarity with land acquisition and development entitlements
• Experience assisting with real estate closings and loan transactions
• Familiarity working with banks, lenders, and other financial institutions
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Entry-level attorneys with a strong interest in real estate development are encouraged to apply. We are willing to provide training to the right candidate.

What We Offer

• Salary Range $120,000 - $160,000
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced real estate and legal professionals
• Training and mentorship
• Long-term opportunity with a growing organization

Build Your Career in Real Estate Development

Join a team with a proven track record of successful development and an exciting pipeline for continued growth. This position offers the opportunity to expand your legal expertise while gaining valuable experience in the real estate development, construction, acquisition, entitlement, and financing industries.

Visit us @ www.premierdevelopment.com

Premier Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or other legally protected characteristics.