Mid to Senior-Level Real Estate Associate or Counsel

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pro bono program

Mentor program for lateral associates

Job summary

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP seeks attorneys for its Real Estate Group in Chicago. The role involves a broad range of sophisticated real estate transactions, including joint ventures, M&A and PE, financings, fund formation, leasing and cross-border matters.

Preferred candidates have strong academic records and experience in a peer firm's real estate practice. The firm offers a hybrid in-office/remote schedule and an extensive pro bono program to support meaningful community work.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in Illinois.
• High level of academic achievement.
• Experience in the Real Estate practice of a peer firm.

Responsibilities

• Work on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions including joint ventures, M&A, PE, acquisitions, dispositions, financings, fund formation and leasing.
• Contribute to global real estate matters across asset classes such as office, multifamily, industrial, logistics, hospitality, data centers and retail.
• Participate in an enhanced mentor program for lateral associates and benefit from a hybrid work schedule.

Job description

Overview

• The role involves a broad range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including joint ventures, Real Estate M&A and PE transactions, acquisitions, dispositions, financings, fund formation, and leasing.
• Preferred qualifications include a high level of academic achievement and experience in the Real Estate practice of a peer firm.
• Candidates must be admitted to practice law in Illinois.
• Skadden's Real Estate Group advises on global transactions involving the full spectrum of asset classes, such as office, multifamily, single-family, industrial, logistics, hospitality, data centers, and retail projects.
• Lateral associates participate in an enhanced mentor program designed for experienced attorneys transitioning professionally.
• The firm utilizes a hybrid work model, requiring in-office work Monday through Thursday, with opportunities for remote work during specified periods.
• An extensive pro bono program is available, allowing attorneys to dedicate time to causes of interest and receive credit.