Real Estate Associate

Porter Hedges LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work after 90 days

Comprehensive benefits

Telemedicine

Well-being program

Disability insurance

Parental leave

HSA contributions

Parking or METRO pass

Gym access

Building amenities

Job summary

Porter Hedges LLP seeks a junior to mid-level associate to join our premiere Real Estate practice in Houston. Candidates should have 2+ years of commercial real estate experience and a proven ability to handle complex transactions across acquisition, development, leasing, financing, and disposition of diverse commercial properties.

Our team offers mentorship and strong support from partners and counsel, with opportunities to manage deals from start to finish and grow within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial real estate experience.
• Active bar admission in Texas or eligibility to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Drafting & Negotiation: PSAs, closing documents and leases.
• Due Diligence: identify and resolve title and survey issues.
• Financing & Debt: advise on construction loans and mortgage debt.
• Entity Structuring: JV formation guidance.
• Transaction Management: manage transactions from inception to closing.

Education

Texas bar admission

Eligible to waive in

Job description

Porter Hedges is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join our premiere Real Estate practice. Candidates should have at least 2+ years of commercial real estate experience. Our associates take active roles in handling complex transactions involving the acquisition, development, construction, leasing, financing, and disposition of diverse commercial assets, including office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties.

Our team offers associates mentorship, training and support from a seasoned group of partners and counsel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drafting & Negotiation

• Purchase and Sale Agreements (PSAs) and closing documents.
• Commercial Leases for office, retail, and industrial portfolios.
• Development Agreements, easements, and restrictive covenants.

Due Diligence

Oversee comprehensive due diligence reviews, specifically identifying and resolving complex title and survey issues.

Financing & Debt

Provide counsel to clients (we represent both lenders and borrowers) in financing structures, including construction loans, permanent financing, and mortgage/mezzanine debt.

Entity Structuring

Advise on entity structuring and the formation of joint venture (JV) agreements.

Transaction Management

Assist in managing sophisticated commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Excellent academic credentials
• Credentials: Active bar admission in good standing in Texas (or eligibility to waive in).

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, education, and relevant job experience. Eligible for remote work after working at the firm for 90 days. Robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, telemedicine, well-being program, short- and long-term disability insurance, parental leave benefits, health savings account contributions (with applicable medical plan), and option to participate in the firm’s 401(k)/discretionary profit sharing plan after 30 days of service. Central downtown location and choice of Firm-paid garage parking or monthly METRO bus pass. Access to our building’s gym at no additional cost. Access to the building’s amenity floor, which includes virtual Topgolf, shuffleboard, pool table, and more.

Porter Hedges LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.