Real Estate Practice Group Attorney

Akerman LLP; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP seeks a Real Estate Attorney with at least four years of transactional real estate experience representing homebuilders, master-planned community developers, multifamily and mixed-use developers, commercial property owners, and other sophisticated clients to join a team of attorneys, paralegals, and staff working on national client matters.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in contract negotiation and drafting, title and survey review, contract administration, and

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and admission to practice in GA, FL, or NC (office location dependent).
• At least four years of transactional real estate experience representing homebuilders, master-planned community developers, multifamily and mixed-use developers, commercial property owners, and other sophisticated clients.
• Strong contract negotiation, drafting, title and survey review, and closing matters experience.
• Ability to work in a team and manage multiple deadlines; excellent organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent homebuilders and developers in transactional real estate matters.
• Negotiate and draft contracts, review titles and surveys, and manage closings.
• Contribute to national client matters as part of a team of attorneys and staff.
• Coordinate contract administration and ensure compliance across matters.

Skills

Contract negotiation and drafting

Title and survey review

Contract administration

Closing matters

Organization

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Akerman LLP seeks a Real Estate Attorney with at least four (4) years of transactional real estate experience representing homebuilders, master-planned community developers, multifamily and mixed-use developers, commercial property owners, and other sophisticated real estate clients, to join a team of attorneys, paralegals, and staff working on national client matters. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in contract negotiation and drafting, title and survey review, contract administration, and closing matters. Further, the candidate should enjoy working in a team environment, and have strong organization and communication skills. This is a non-partnership track position that may be full-time or part-time (hourly), with the opportunity for advancement based on performance. The position may be based in any of the Firm's Florida, Atlanta, or Charlotte offices; however, Orlando or Tampa is preferred. Candidates must possess a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and be admitted to practice in Georgia, Florida or North Carolina, depending on office location.

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)

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