Real Estate Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm is seeking an experienced Real Estate Counsel to join its esteemed Real Estate Practice. This role focuses on complex property development, particularly in renewable energy projects, and offers the chance to work with utility-scale energy clients. The successful candidate will engage in sophisticated transactions and collaborate with a cross-functional legal team. With potential remote options, this position provides an exciting opportunity to influence significant projects while enjoying a supportive work environment that values professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Bonus opportunities based on performance

Three medical plan options

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Vacation stipend up to $2,500

Mental health support

Paid parental leave

Minimum of 20 PTO days

Opportunity to engage in pro bono work

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of real estate legal experience required.
• Experience with renewable energy project development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex real estate matters related to renewable energy.
• Draft and negotiate various real estate agreements.

Skills

Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Real estate transaction project management

Collaborative work within cross-functional legal teams

Ability to advise clients in a fast-paced environment

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

A global law firm is seeking an experienced Real Estate Counsel to join its nationally ranked Real Estate Practice. The position focuses on complex property development work with a strong emphasis on renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will support utility-scale energy clients in matters involving title, site control, acquisitions, leasing, and due diligence. This is a collaborative role that provides opportunities to engage with sophisticated transactions and a cross-functional legal team. Remote options may be considered for select markets.

Location

• Chicago, IL

Duties

1. Represent clients in complex real estate and property development matters, particularly related to renewable energy projects.
2. Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, and letter agreements.
3. Counsel clients on utility-scale project development including:
1. Site control
2. Title insurance
3. Survey matters
4. Review and analyze title commitments and surveys.
5. Draft curative instruments to address title defects and assist with title insurance endorsement negotiation.
6. Work closely with title companies, surveyors, and developers to ensure project compliance.
7. Support renewable energy developers through real property acquisition and leasing processes.

Requirements

1. 7–10 years of real estate legal experience.
2. Experience with renewable energy project development strongly preferred.
3. Extensive experience in title review, site control, and curative documentation.
4. Ability to independently manage and negotiate real estate transactional documents.
5. Background working with large developers, energy clients, or utility companies.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

Certifications

1. Active and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
2. Admission to the bar in the office location (or eligibility to waive in) preferred.

Skills

1. Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
2. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
3. Skilled in real estate transaction project management.
4. Comfortable working collaboratively within cross-functional legal teams.
5. Ability to effectively advise clients in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Compensation and Benefits

1. Bonus opportunities based on individual and firm performance.
2. Three medical plan options, dental, and vision insurance.
3. Life and disability insurance.
4. Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
5. 401(k) with employer match and potential profit-sharing eligibility.
6. Fertility and family-forming benefits.
7. Wellness & work-life balance offerings:
8. Vacation stipend up to $2,500 for eligible employees.
9. Mental health support through Lyra (8 sessions/year).
10. Paid parental leave (minimum of 14 weeks).
11. Minimum of 20 PTO days plus 11 firm holidays annually.
12. Business development coaching and reimbursement for relationship-building activities.
13. Opportunity to engage in pro bono work (8 billable hours/year).

Company Info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]