Real Estate Attorney

Distinct | North America; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading real estate law firm in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Attorney or Real Estate Finance Associate to join their team. This role involves handling sophisticated real estate transactions and representing various clients in complex matters. Ideal candidates will have 3 to 8 years of experience and a law degree. The firm offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, providing opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina (or ability to obtain promptly).
• 3–8+ years of experience in commercial real estate or real estate finance.
• Experience drafting and negotiating real estate and financing documents.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in commercial real estate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements and loan documents.
• Assist with real estate financing transactions.

Skills

Real estate acquisitions

Real estate finance

Commercial leasing

Project management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Employment Type: Full-Time

$150,000- $435,000 depending on experience

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Commercial Real Estate Attorney or Real Estate Finance Associate to join our growing legal team in Charlotte. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated real estate transactions, representing developers, lenders, investors, and corporate clients in complex commercial real estate and finance matters.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling real estate acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and/or commercial real estate financing transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, loan documents, leases, and related transaction documents.
• Assist lenders and borrowers with commercial real estate financing, including construction loans and secured lending transactions.
• Conduct due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning analysis, and coordination with local counsel.
• Work directly with developers, financial institutions, investors, and corporate clients.
• Manage transactions from initial structuring through closing.
• Collaborate with partners and other practice groups on complex real estate and finance matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina (or ability to obtain promptly).
• 3–8+ years of experience in commercial real estate, real estate finance, or related transactional work.
• Experience drafting and negotiating real estate and financing documents.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• Experience representing lenders in commercial real estate financing transactions.
• Background in development projects, commercial leasing, or structured real estate transactions.
• Experience working with institutional clients, developers, or financial institutions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining relevant commercial real estate or real estate finance experience.