HYBRID Real Estate Associate Attorney (DC)

Pernini Legal LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 215,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fertility benefits

Paid childcare leave

Professional development resources

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Pernini Legal LLC is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney in Washington, DC, hybrid work arrangement. The ideal candidate will handle sophisticated commercial real estate transactions within a nationally recognized practice, contributing to acquisitions, dispositions, development, and leasing matters.

The role emphasizes collaboration, high-quality transactional work, and opportunities for growth in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in DC, Maryland, and/or Virginia, in good standing.
• 1-4 years of substantive experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Experience handling commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, development, and leasing.
• Exposure to mixed-use, condominium, and multifamily projects.
• Familiarity with real estate regulatory matters, including TOPA, ROFRs, and rent control, is strongly preferred.
• Strong background in reviewing title insurance, surveys, and related due diligence materials.
• Exceptional legal research, drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to superior client service, with interest in direct client contact and business development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a wide range of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing matters.
• Assist with development projects, including mixed-use, condominium, and multifamily developments.
• Advise clients on local and federal regulatory issues impacting real estate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, leases, development agreements, and related transactional documents.
• Coordinate multi-jurisdictional transactions and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct legal research and prepare client-ready memoranda and transaction summaries.
• Participate in client meetings, industry events, and business development initiatives

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Organizational skills

Client service

Business development

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Locations: Washington, DC

HYBRID

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 national law firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its established Real Estate Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly regarded real estate team handling sophisticated commercial transactions in a collaborative and collegial environment. The practice is known for advising on complex, high-value matters across a broad range of asset classes and regulatory frameworks, offering meaningful responsibility and strong opportunities for professional growth.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in DC, Maryland, and/or Virginia, in good standing
• 1-4 years of substantive experience in commercial real estate transactions
• Experience handling commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, development, and leasing
• Exposure to mixed-use, condominium, and multifamily projects
• Familiarity with real estate regulatory matters, including TOPA, rights of first refusal (ROFRs), and rent control, is strongly preferred
• Strong background in reviewing title insurance, surveys, and related due diligence materials
• Exceptional legal research, drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to superior client service, with interest in direct client contact and business development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a wide range of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing matters
• Assist with development projects, including mixed-use, condominium, and multifamily developments
• Advise clients on local and federal regulatory issues impacting real estate transactions
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, leases, development agreements, and related transactional documents
• Coordinate multi-jurisdictional transactions and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct legal research and prepare client-ready memoranda and transaction summaries
• Participate in client meetings, industry events, and business development initiatives

Why Join Us?

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to join a long-standing, nationally-recognized real estate practice that handles high-volume, high-quality transactions across the country. Associates enjoy significant responsibility from day one, including substantial client interaction and hands-on involvement in complex deals. The group prides itself on its supportive, team-focused culture and its strong track record of developing attorneys into sophisticated finance practitioners. For those seeking meaningful exposure to multifamily lending, diverse financing structures, and a collaborative environment with real opportunities for growth, this position provides an outstanding platform.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $215,000 – $250,000, commensurate with experience and market conditions
• Eligibility for the firm's profit-sharing bonus program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; HSA/FSA; emergency child and elder care; parental leave; an employee assistance program; and commuter benefits
• Additional Perks: Fertility benefits, 16 weeks of paid childcare leave, and professional development resources, among others

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.