Real Estate Associate

Lewis & Associates; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis & Associates is seeking an experienced Real Estate Lawyer to support a top Baltimore law firm. Candidates must have at least three years of relevant experience in real estate finance, with skills in negotiating and drafting transaction documents, performing due diligence, and conducting closings. The role presents significant professional growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Ideal candidates will possess superior organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to ethics and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a real estate lawyer.
• Proven ability to negotiate and draft various transaction documents.
• Experience in conducting closings and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft transaction documents (letters of intent, purchase agreements, etc.).
• Perform due diligence, including coordination with associates and paralegals.
• Conduct closings, including document preparation and coordination.

Skills

Real estate transactional experience

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

PC-based technology proficiency

Education

Distinguished academic credentials

Job description

LEW I S & ASSOCIATES is a leader in providing Legal and Administrative staffing services. We are a sole source staffing firm giving you convenient ways of working with us. We make every effort to ensure the highest degree of professionalism and integrity in the staffing process. We understand the demanding role of recruiting to source the highest level of legal professionals while incorporating proven, innovative, and successful recruiting techniques.

Job Description

Great Opportunity to join a top Baltimore law firm. We are seeking a real estate lawyer with at least three years of experience to support our thriving national multi-faceted real estate finance practice. The ideal candidate will have sophisticated real estate transactional experience (primarily financing, sales and acquisitions) and distinguished academic credentials. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collegial environment.

Qualifications

Duties:

• Negotiate and draft transaction documents (letters of intent, purchase agreements, leases, loan agreements etc.)
• Perform due diligence (including title and survey, land use permitting and contracts), including coordination of due diligence review by associates and paralegals
• Conduct closings, including document preparation, signing, coordination of closing/post-closing activities
• Adhere to a standard of ethics and maintain confidentiality of the firm and its clients
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively under pressure and with people at all levels, both inside and outside the Firm
• Excellent analytical skillsExcellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to use PC-based and on-line technology relevant to the job
• Ability to supervise others effectively