Real Estate Associate

Catalyst Labs; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalyst Labs is seeking an experienced attorney with 3 to 6 years in transactional real estate to support complex transactions and provide clear client guidance. The role demands strong research, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to collaborate with senior attorneys on significant national matters.

Candidates should have excellent academic records and must be admitted to the Missouri Bar or have the ability to waive in. The position offers a full-time, onsite opportunity in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of broad and sophisticated transactional real estate experience.
• Admission to the Missouri Bar or ability to waive in through the Uniform Bar Examination.
• Experience at larger law firms with exposure to complex real estate matters.

Responsibilities

• Support complex real estate transactions including acquisitions and financing.
• Advise clients on sophisticated real estate issues with clarity.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on national scale matters.

Skills

Transactional real estate experience

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Law degree with GPA above 3.0

Job description

A widely respected national law firm with a substantial footprint across major U.S. cities, they operate with a team of over a thousand attorneys. Known for strong client relationships and consistently high service standards, the firm offers practical, business‑focused legal advice across areas such as health care, real estate, finance, technology, private equity, and corporate transactions. Their deep industry knowledge and commitment to clear, solution‑oriented guidance help clients navigate complex legal issues and support long‑term business goals.

About Us

Catalyst Labs talent partners with a specialized vertical in the legal industry, with a dedicated focus on placing top‑tier attorneys, legal operations professionals, and leadership talent.

We work closely with Managing Partners, Practice Group Leaders, and Chiefs of Legal Operations who are shaping the future of modern law from complex litigation and emerging regulatory landscapes to high‑stakes transactional work. We take pride in facilitating conversations that match your legal expertise, analytical mindset, and professional trajectory with firms that value precision, judgment, and excellence in the evolving world of legal practice.

Work type

Full Time, Onsite.

Responsibilities

• Support complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and title and survey review
• Assist with joint venture matters, financing transactions, and drafting related documentation
• Advise clients on sophisticated real estate issues with clarity and sound judgment
• Manage transactional processes with accuracy, timeliness, and strong attention to detail
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on national scale matters
• Build strong relationships with sophisticated clients and maintain a high level of professionalism
• Contribute to a growing and collaborative practice group and engage in ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of broad and sophisticated transactional real estate experience
• Admission to the Missouri Bar or ability to waive in through the Uniform Bar Examination
• Experience at larger law firms with exposure to complex real estate matters
• Strong academic history with a grade point average above three point zero
• Experience with joint ventures and real estate financing
• Exceptional research, writing, and communication skills
• Strong work ethic and a team oriented mindset
• Ability to learn complex subject matter quickly and operate effectively in a fast