Real Estate Law Firm Partner - BOB Required

Oculus Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Pittsburgh seeks a Partner-level attorney with deep experience in real estate land use and/or transactional matters. This role involves providing legal counsel on real estate transactions, advising on land use issues, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has a portable book of business and strong ties to the Pittsburgh market. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, a 401(k), and paid maternity/paternity leave.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in Pennsylvania required.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in real estate and land use law.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex commercial real estate matters independently.
• Portable book of business required (ideally $500K+).
• Strong ties to the Pittsburgh market or interest in developing a presence there.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on real estate transactions including acquisitions and leasing.
• Advise clients on land use, zoning, and development matters.
• Represent clients before municipal boards and planning commissions.
• Maintain and grow client relationships and play an active role in business development.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Client service

Education

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

Job description

Overview

Job title: Real Estate Partner (Land Use and/or Transactional) - BOB Required. Employment Type: Full-Time. Location: Pittsburgh, PA.

We are seeking a Partner-level attorney with deep experience in real estate land use and/or transactional matters, along with a portable book of business, to join our highly regarded Real Estate & Land Use practice group. This is a unique opportunity to help lead and grow our presence in the Pittsburgh market while collaborating with a strong regional team.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to clients on a range of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing.
• Advise clients on land use, zoning, entitlements, and development matters at the local and state level.
• Handle complex permitting, rezoning, site planning, and development agreement negotiations.
• Represent clients before municipal boards, zoning hearing boards, and planning commissions.
• Collaborate with internal firm resources across related practice areas (environmental, construction, litigation, tax).
• Maintain and grow client relationships and play an active role in business development.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to associates and junior attorneys within the practice group.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in Pennsylvania required.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in real estate and land use law.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex commercial real estate matters independently.
• Portable book of business required (ideally $500K+).
• Strong ties to the Pittsburgh market or interest in developing a presence there.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Commitment to client service, collaboration, and community engagement.

Why Join Us

We believe that happy, healthy employees are the foundation of a successful and thriving firm. That’s why we prioritize wellness, balance, and meaningful work in an environment that rewards excellence and client service. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave