Real Estate Attorney Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate in Chicago, IL. This role involves drafting and negotiating real estate agreements, conducting due diligence, and advising clients on complex transactions. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience and a J.D. from a respected law school. The position offers competitive compensation, a benefits package, and a hybrid work model, emphasizing collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of real-estate transactional experience at a top-tier or well-regarded firm.
• Strong academic background and J.D. from a nationally recognized law school.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar or eligibility to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and manage purchase and sale agreements.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and coordinate all aspects of deal closings.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on commercial and legal risks.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. from a nationally recognized law school

Admission to the Illinois Bar

Job description

Real Estate Attorney Associate – 3–5 Years’ Experience | Chicago, IL | Hybrid Work Model

A leading global law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join its high-performing team in Chicago. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions and build a long-term career within one of the most respected real estate practices in the country.

The Opportunity

As part of this collaborative and forward‑thinking team, you will advise premier clients on a broad spectrum of complex real‑estate matters including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, financings, and development projects. You will be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and manage purchase and sale agreements, joint venture documents, and financing instruments.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and coordinate all aspects of deal closings.
• Partner with colleagues across practices to deliver integrated client service.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on commercial and legal risks.
• Maintain a proactive, solution‑oriented approach to every transaction.

About You

• 3 to 5 years of real‑estate transactional experience at a top‑tier or well‑regarded firm.
• Strong academic background and J.D. from a nationally recognized law school.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar or eligibility to waive in.
• Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong business judgment, analytical ability, and attention to detail.

Why This Role

This position offers exposure to market‑shaping transactions and the chance to work alongside some of the field’s most accomplished practitioners. The firm’s culture is collegial yet driven, where initiative is rewarded, collaboration is the norm, and professional development is deeply supported.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $260,000 to $365,000, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and hybrid work flexibility.

To be considered, please contact Freddie at [e-mail] with your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript.