Hybrid Real Estate Associate: Transactions & Financing

DLA Piper LLP (US); Virginia; Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper LLP (US) seeks an Associate with 3–5 years of experience in general real estate transactions, including purchase and sale, joint ventures, and financing. Open to our Reston, VA office, with a hybrid in-office/work-from-home arrangement.

Minimum JD and Virginia admission required. Strong writing, research, and client-relations skills are essential for this role in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Virginia.
• Experience in large or mid-size law firms preferred.
• 3 years of experience in general real estate transactions including purchase/sale, joint ventures and financing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research to support transactions.
• Draft legal documents including contracts, briefs, and correspondence.
• Manage complex cases/transactions from inception to closing.
• Maintain client relationships with internal and external clients.
• Collaborate with lawyers and professionals to develop strategies.
• Attend hearings, depositions, negotiations and trials as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and firm involvement.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Research and analysis

Attention to detail

Business judgment

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Conceptual thinking

Persuasive communication

Management skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Virginia bar admission

Job description

DLA Piper LLP (US) seeks an Associate with 3–5 years of experience in general real estate transactions, including purchase and sale, joint ventures, and financing. Open to our Reston, VA office, with a hybrid in-office/work-from-home arrangement.

Minimum JD and Virginia admission required. Strong writing, research, and client-relations skills are essential for this role in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.