Real Estate Associate – Atlanta

The People Of: Professional Services; Georgia; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with firm contribution

Paid leave (vacation, parental, sick)

Hybrid work flexibility

Technology and wellness stipends

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services seeks a mid-level Real Estate Associate (3–5 years PQE) to join our Atlanta-based team. You will work on high-value commercial real estate matters including acquisitions, dispositions, development, and leasing, alongside a collaborative nationwide group.

Join a top-tier firm known for advising major institutional clients and private developers. Expect day-one integration, rigorous drafting duties, and meaningful participation in multi-party transactions with

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of commercial real estate transactional experience.
• Comfortable with lease, purchase/sale, and diligence work.
• Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Real estate finance experience a plus, but not required.
• Member of the Georgia Bar, or eligible to waive in/sit for the exam.
• Previous experience at a top-tier law firm strongly preferred.
• JD from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic performance.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate real estate purchase/sale agreements, leases, and other real estate documentation.
• Conduct due diligence including title, survey, and entity authorization reviews.
• Advise on acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and commercial leasing.
• Coordinate with tax, finance, and environmental teams on multi-disciplinary deals.
• Support client counseling and communications with a commercial, solutions-driven approach.

Skills

Real estate experience

Drafting

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Real estate finance

Education

JD from an accredited U.S. law school

Job description

Real Estate Associate – Atlanta

Location: Atlanta, GA

Experience: 3–5 Years PQE | Commercial Real Estate Transactions

A nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm is seeking a mid-level Real Estate Associate (3–5 years PQE) to join its growing Atlanta-based real estate team. The role offers exposure to high-value commercial real estate matters across acquisitions, dispositions, development, and leasing—working alongside a collaborative and respected nationwide group.

About The Role

Join a high-performing real estate team trusted by major institutional clients and private developers to advise on complex real estate deals nationwide. You’ll be fully integrated from day one, drafting key documents, managing due diligence, and contributing meaningfully to major transactions with experienced partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase/sale agreements, leases, and other real estate documentation
• Conduct due diligence including title, survey, and entity authorization reviews
• Advise on acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and commercial leasing
• Coordinate with tax, finance, and environmental teams as needed on multi-disciplinary deals
• Support client counseling and communications with a commercial, solutions-driven approach

Who You Are

• 3–5 years of commercial real estate transactional experience
• Comfortable with lease, purchase/sale, and diligence work
• Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills
• Real estate finance experience a plus, but not required
• Member of the Georgia Bar, or eligible to waive in/sit for the exam
• Previous experience at a top-tier law firm strongly preferred
• JD from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic performance

Compensation

Base Salary: Competitive within the Am Law 100 range (Atlanta market)

Bonuses: Discretionary bonus potential based on performance and billable contribution

Benefits

• Full suite of health, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k) with firm contribution
• Generous paid leave (vacation, parental, sick)
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Technology and wellness stipends
• Structured mentorship and career development programs

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