Real Estate Associate Attorney (3+ Yrs Exp)

Jobot; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Real Estate Corporate Transactions Associate with a minimum of 3 years of experience to join our growing practice. This role blends sophisticated commercial real estate work with broader corporate transactional matters.

You will work closely with senior attorneys on complex deals, develop direct client relationships, and receive meaningful responsibility from day one. The position offers competitive compensation and a collaborative, business-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CRE and corporate transactional experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills across real estate & entity documents.
• Experience from term sheet to closing.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and communicate with clients.
• Experience with real estate owners, developers, or closely held businesses is a plus.
• Experience with auto dealers or real estate investment groups valued.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, development agreements, and financing documents
• Structure and document acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and entity formations
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including title, survey, zoning, and corporate governance review
• Advise clients on deal structure, risk allocation, and transaction strategy
• Coordinate closings and work directly with lenders, investors, and business principals
• Support clients with ongoing corporate and real estate governance matters

Skills

Commercial real estate

Drafting & Negotiation

Corporate transactions

Client management

Attention to detail

Job description

Salary: $145,000 - $200,000 per year

Commercial Real Estate Associate | Deal-Focused Practice | Direct Client Exposure

A bit about us

We are a full-service law firm representing businesses, institutions, and individuals across a broad range of industries. Our work spans complex litigation, sophisticated transactions, regulatory counseling, and day-to-day advisory matters. We are known for practical, business-minded advice and a collaborative approach that brings together attorneys across disciplines to solve problems efficiently. Many of our lawyers have deep roots in their practice areas and long-standing client relationships built on trust and responsiveness. We value sound judgment, thoughtful strategy, and a strong work ethic. Our structure allows us to remain nimble while handling matters that require depth, experience, and coordinated teamwork.

Why join us

We provide meaningful responsibility from the outset and encourage direct client engagement at every level. Attorneys are trusted with substantive work, supported by accessible mentors, and given room to develop their own practices over time. We emphasize teamwork over hierarchy and believe strong communication leads to better outcomes for both clients and colleagues. Professional growth is intentional here — through hands‑on experience, collaboration across practice groups, and clear opportunities for advancement. We offer a stable platform with a long‑term outlook, competitive compensation, and an environment where lawyers can build lasting careers without sacrificing quality of life.

Job Details

REAL ESTATE / CORPORATE TRANSACTIONS ASSOCIATE (Springfield, MA preferred | Hartford, CT considered with MA license)

The Role

We are seeking a Real Estate Corporate Transactions Associate with a minimum of 3 years of experience to join our growing practice. This role blends sophisticated commercial real estate work with broader corporate transactional matters. You will work closely with senior attorneys on complex deals while developing direct client relationships and meaningful responsibility from day one. The ideal candidate is business‑minded, detail‑oriented, and comfortable operating across both real estate and corporate structures.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, development agreements, and financing documents
• Structure and document acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and entity formations
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including title, survey, zoning, and corporate governance review
• Advise clients on deal structure, risk allocation, and transaction strategy
• Coordinate closings and work directly with lenders, investors, and business principals
• Support clients with ongoing corporate and real estate governance matters

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in commercial real estate and corporate transactional work
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills across real estate and entity-level documents
• Experience handling transactions from initial term sheet through closing
• Ability to manage multiple matters and communicate directly with clients
• Experience representing real estate owners, developers, or closely held businesses is a plus
• Background working with auto dealers or real estate investment groups is highly valued

Requirements

• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar required
• Connecticut admission is a plus
• Strong ties to the Massachusetts market preferred
• Portable business, even modest in size, is a significant plus but not required
• Preference for Springfield-based candidate; Hartford candidates considered if MA licensed

Why Join Us

We offer the opportunity to work on sophisticated, regionally significant real estate and corporate transactions within a collaborative and business‑focused environment. Associates receive meaningful responsibility, hands‑on deal experience, and direct exposure to clients and decision‑makers. Our platform supports long‑term growth, whether you aim to deepen your transactional practice or build your own book over time. We value entrepreneurial initiative and provide the infrastructure, mentorship, and flexibility to help you expand your practice in a stable and respected firm environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.