Hybrid Real Estate Associate - Reston, VA

DLA Piper LLP; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

DLA Piper, Reston, VA, is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3–5 years of experience in general real estate transactions. The role features a hybrid in-office/work-from-home arrangement and requires a JD and Virginia bar admission.

Candidates should have strong academic backgrounds from recognized law schools and prior large or mid-sized firm experience. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good business and professional judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Conceptual thinking.
• Persuasive communication.
• Management skills.

Responsibilities

• Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Legal Writing: Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Case/Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities.
• Internal/External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
• Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
• Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
• Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
• Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Research

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Judgment

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Persuasive communication

Management skills

Education

JD

Job description

DLA Piper, Reston, VA, is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3–5 years of experience in general real estate transactions. The role features a hybrid in-office/work-from-home arrangement and requires a JD and Virginia bar admission.

Candidates should have strong academic backgrounds from recognized law schools and prior large or mid-sized firm experience. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.