Real Estate Associate

plug-legal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Plug-legal is expanding its real estate practice in Washington, D.C., and seeks a junior to mid-level associate with 1-4 years of commercial real estate experience. The firm offers a collegial environment, significant mentoring, and a chance to work on high-profile transactions.

Candidates must possess a solid background in acquisitions, leasing, and local regulatory matters like TOPA, along with an active bar license in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia. The salary ranges from $220,000 to $280,000, based on experience, plus incentive bonuses.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in commercial real estate, focusing on acquisitions, leasing, and development.
• Strong understanding of local regulatory matters.
• Active bar license required.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-profile commercial transactions.
• Manage developments and regulatory matters.
• Work in a collegial environment with mentoring.

Skills

Commercial real estate experience

Local regulatory knowledge (TOPA)

Acquisitions and leasing

Education

Active bar license in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia

Job description

A national firm with a highly ranked real estate practice is expanding its group in Washington, D.C.

The firm is known for its strong presence in the real estate sector and offers a collegial environment with substantial mentoring. They are looking to add an associate to a busy team handling high-profile commercial transactions, developments, and regulatory matters across the region.

The role requires one to four years of commercial real estate experience, with a focus on acquisitions, leasing, and development. Candidates should have a background in local regulatory matters, such as TOPA, and must hold an active bar license in D.C., Maryland, or Virginia.

The base salary for this position ranges from $220,000 to $280,000, depending on experience, with eligibility for incentive bonus programs.

This is a strong opportunity for a junior to mid-level associate looking to gain sophisticated deal experience and long-term professional growth under the guidance of established practitioners in the field.

If you are interested in discussing the firm and the specific parameters of this role, click apply and we'll be in touch.