Real Estate Associate

Michael Best; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth Opportunities

Flexible Remote Work Policy

401(k) with Company Contribution

Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

Michael Best in Wisconsin is seeking a Real Estate Midlevel Associate for its growing practice. Applicants should have a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and a minimum of four years experience in real estate or related transactional law. Responsibilities include drafting purchase agreements, conducting due diligence, and managing real estate transactions. The position supports professional growth with a flexible remote work policy, competitive pay, and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• A minimum of four years’ real estate or related transactional law experience.
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves.
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements and closing documents.
• Conducting title, survey and other due diligence review and management.
• Handling real estate financing transactions.

Skills

Excellent academic credentials

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to manage confidential information

Ability to work under pressure

Agility to respond to unexpected challenges

Education

J.D. from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP’s growing Real Estate Practice is looking to add a Real Estate Midlevel Associate to our Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, or any of our NC offices. The candidate should have a minimum of four years’ real estate or related transactional law experience.

Responsibilities and Experience

• Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements and closing documents
• Title, survey and other due diligence review and management
• Real estate financing transactions
• Real estate acquisitions and dispositions
• Commercial lease transactions
• Zoning, land use, and condominiums

Qualifications

Knowledge Base & Education:

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials
• A minimum of four years’ real estate or related transactional law experience
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and firm needs change
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the firm

Communication:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

• Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism:

• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other:

• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Learning and Growth:

• Challenging and Dynamic Role
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Performance Management and Coaching
• Specialized Training Programs
• Bar Exam/Bar Review Course Reimbursement
• Medical
• Vision Care
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Total Compensation:

• Competitive Base Pay
• Performance Recognition
• ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement

Planning for the Future:

• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Short Term Disability Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Parental/Family Leave

Culture and Workplace:

• Respected Organization with Collaborative Culture
• Growing Firm with an Exciting Future
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)
• Contemporary Work Environment
• Positive and Respectful Work Climate

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

This position is considered full-time and is therefore eligible to participate in employer-sponsored benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, as well as elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the firm's 401k plan.