Real Estate Attorney

Akerman LLP; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP seeks a Real Estate Attorney with at least six years of experience handling real estate transactions with emphasis on undeveloped land acquisition and disposition. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience representing homebuilders and developers in residential, multifamily, mixed-use and commercial development projects.

The candidate must hold a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of The Florida Bar. This role can be based in any Florida office.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Member of The Florida Bar.
• At least six years of real estate experience.
• Experience handling acquisition and disposition of undeveloped land.

Responsibilities

• Handle real estate transactions including undeveloped land acquisitions and dispositions.
• Represent homebuilders and developers on residential, multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial development projects.
• Advise through all phases of the development lifecycle from land acquisition to financing and disposition.

Skills

Real estate transactions

Land development experience

Client representation

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Akerman LLP seeks a Real Estate Attorney with at least six years of experience handling real estate transactions with some emphasis on the acquisition and disposition of undeveloped land. The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing homebuilders, master planned community developers, apartment developers, and other sophisticated real estate clients in connection with residential, multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial development projects. Experience advising clients through all phases of the development lifecycle, from land acquisition and financing through project development and disposition, is preferred. This position can be based in any of the Firm's Florida offices. Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member of The Florida Bar.

About the Firm

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States. To learn more about our firm, please visit us at www.akerman.com.

Firm Recognitions

• Top 100 U.S. Law Firms (The American Lawyer)
• Among the Most Innovative Law Firms (Financial Times)
• Ranked among 100 Most Prestigious U.S. Law Firms (Vault)
• Ranked among Top U.S. Law Firms for Client Service in the “BTI Client Service A-Team” report (BTI Consulting)

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can reach their full potential, no matter their race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation or genetic makeup.