Transactional Associate

Chaffe McCall, L.L.P.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Chaffe McCall, L.L.P. in New Orleans seeks an entry to mid-level transactional associate with at least two years of commercial real estate finance and corporate law experience. You will handle land acquisitions, title diligence, closings, and related matters within a supportive team environment.

The role involves reviewing title defects, negotiating varied agreements, conducting due diligence, and drafting complex operating and loan documents. Active Louisiana Bar status is required.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar.
• At least two years of commercial real estate and corporate law experience.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Review title examinations to identify defects.
• Prepare and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, deeds, easements, options and closing documents.
• Conduct due diligence for real estate transactions from agreement to closing.
• Draft and review operating agreements.
• Draft and negotiate loan documents.
• Draft and negotiate corporate, LLC and partnership formations.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Due diligence

Contract drafting

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active Louisiana Bar

Job description

Chaffe McCall is seeking an entry to mid-level transactional associate with at least two years of commercial real estate finance transactions and business corporate experience to work in our New Orleans office. Candidates should have experience in handling general corporate transactional matters, land acquisitions, title due diligence, closings, and related real estate matters. This is an opportunity for a dedicated attorney to further their career within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review title examinations to identify defects.
• Prepare, review and negotiate purchase & sale agreements, deed, easements, options and closing documents.
• Engage in due diligence related to real estate transactions. Handle a deal from agreement to closing, including tracking critical dates, reviewing title and survey and environmental reports, and preparing and negotiating closing documents.
• Draft and review complex operating agreements.
• Draft and negotiate loan documents.
• Draft and negotiate different types of business transactions, including corporate, limited liability company and partnership formations.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar.
• At least two years of commercial real estate and corporate law experience.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and family work environment.
• The opportunity for career advancement within the firm.

Chaffe McCall is known for its commitment to excellence, collaborative culture, and dynamic approach to the practice of law. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.