Real Estate Attorney (Open for Relocation)

Elevate Flexible Legal Resourcing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A large, growth-focused utility company is seeking a Real Estate Attorney in San Antonio, TX. This role involves providing legal counsel on real estate transactions, drafting agreements, and conducting due diligence. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor (JD) and over 5 years of experience in Texas real estate law. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $180,000 to $210,000 annually with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in real estate law, preferably with utility or development projects.
• Strong understanding of Texas real estate law, land use regulations, and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on real estate transactions, including acquisitions and land use.
• Draft and negotiate agreements related to real estate.
• Conduct due diligence on title and zoning matters.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Real Estate Transactions

Legal Drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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Base pay range

$180,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

Our customer, a large, growth-focused utility company, is seeking a skilled Real Estate Attorney to join its in-house legal team.

Position Overview:

This is a permanent, high-impact opportunity for an experienced Real Estate Attorney to support land acquisition, entitlement, and development efforts for critical utility and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate brings deep experience with real estate transactions and has worked closely withdevelopers, landowners, municipalities, and regulatory agencies in Texas.

Mode: Full-Time

Location: San Antonio, TX (Hybrid-2-3 days onsite)

Salary: $180-$210k Yearly Base

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on real estate transactions, including acquisitions, easements, permitting, and land use.
• Draft and negotiate agreements, including purchase and sale contracts, development agreements, leases, and easement documentation.
• Conduct due diligence related to title, zoning, environmental assessments, and land entitlements.
• Coordinate with internal teams, outside counsel, title companies, and local authorities to support infrastructure development.
• Interpret and advise on applicable laws, regulations, and local ordinances affecting land development and real estate assets.
• Support strategic land planning initiatives and ensure alignment with regulatory and business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license to practice in Texas.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in real estate law, preferably with exposure to infrastructure, utility, or development projects.
• Strong understanding of Texas real estate law, land use regulations, permitting, and title matters.
• Proven ability to manage complex real estate transactions with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and drafting skills.
• Business-oriented approach with sound legal judgment.

To apply:

If you are qualified, interested, and available, please send 1) your WORD version resume and 2) an email stating why you are a good fit for this position to [e-mail]

ElevateFlex provides an unparalleled platform for you to work with innovative companies and law firms worldwide on various exciting and challenging roles. We pride ourselves on respecting your individuality and choice of career, allowing you to bring your very best to each role, to continue to develop your experience, expertise, professional network, and be supported with a package of benefits tailored to your needs.

As a member of our talent community, you will benefit from Elevate's curated training suite to enhance and develop your skills. You will have access to hands-on support, networking opportunities, and accessing the most up-to-date resources. By joining our global community of Talent, you will get the opportunity to work with our best top law firms and law department customers.

Equitability and inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex's success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry's most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business.

As a strong proponent of diversity, equitability, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Utilities and Real Estate

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