Public Sector Associate Attorney - Contracts & Real Estate

Robbins Schwartz; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Robbins Schwartz seeks a motivated Associate Attorney with 1-2 years of relevant experience to join our team. This role focuses on public sector clients in commercial contracts, real estate, school finance and construction law in Illinois.

The attorney will draft, negotiate, and review contracts; provide counsel on real estate transactions, school finance matters, and compliance with state and federal law; and participate in litigation, arbitration, and hearings as needed.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois state bar.
• 1 year minimum experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and efficient legal counsel on commercial, construction, and public procurement matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including construction agreements, professional service contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and procurement documents.
• Advise clients on real estate transactions including property acquisitions and dispositions, leases, easements, zoning, and compliance with applicable statutes and regulations.
• Counsel educational institutions on school finance matters, including bond issuance, budgeting, fund transfers, tax levies, and financial compliance with state and federal law.
• Conduct legal research and prepare written memoranda, briefs, and other documents for clients, courts, or arbitrators.
• Represent clients in litigation, arbitration, administrative hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Advise clients on contract administration, performance issues, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution strategies.
• Participate in discovery processes, including review of electronically stored information and paper records.
• Analyze legal documents and suggest revisions to support client interests and minimize risk.

Skills

Legal research

Contract drafting

Client counseling

Education

Juris Doctor degree (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Robbins Schwartz seeks a motivated Associate Attorney with 1-2 years of relevant experience to join our team. This role focuses on public sector clients in commercial contracts, real estate, school finance and construction law in Illinois.

The attorney will draft, negotiate, and review contracts; provide counsel on real estate transactions, school finance matters, and compliance with state and federal law; and participate in litigation, arbitration, and hearings as needed.