Transactional Associate Attorney

The Midtown Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Employer-funded retirement contributes

Flexible work environment

Job summary

The Midtown Group is a respected boutique law firm seeking a Transactional Associate Attorney to join its Maryland-focused practice in Baltimore. This role offers hands-on, sophisticated transactional work with direct access to partners, and a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment outside a traditional large-firm setting.

You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts, support real estate, development, construction, and business transactions, conduct practical legal research, and manage

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Maryland Bar admission required.
• 2–5 years of transactional experience.
• Strong drafting, contract review, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and analyze contracts and transactional documents.
• Support commercial, real estate, development, construction, and business transactions.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Manage multiple active matters and client relationships.
• Work directly with partners and clients on sophisticated transactions.
• Assist with due diligence, closings, and transaction management.
• Collaborate across practice areas and with attorneys at varying experience levels.
• Take on increasing responsibility as your experience and expertise grow.

Skills

Drafting

Contract review

Analytical ability

Communication

Collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Schedule: Onsite Daily; Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

About the Opportunity

A highly respected boutique law firm is seeking a Transactional Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated transactional work but is seeking a more collaborative, entrepreneurial environment than a traditional large-firm setting.

The firm represents clients in a broad range of commercial, real estate, development, construction, and business transactions throughout Maryland and beyond. Attorneys work on high-profile and complex matters while enjoying direct access to partners, meaningful client interaction, and a clear path for professional growth.

This position is open due to continued growth and increasing client demand.

What You'll Do

• Draft, review, negotiate, and analyze contracts and transactional documents
• Support commercial, real estate, development, construction, and business transactions
• Conduct legal research and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice
• Manage multiple active matters and client relationships
• Work directly with partners and clients on sophisticated transactions
• Assist with due diligence, closings, and transaction management
• Collaborate across practice areas and with attorneys at varying experience levels
• Take on increasing responsibility as your experience and expertise grow

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the Maryland Bar required
• Approximately 2-5 years of transactional legal experience preferred
• Strong drafting, contract review, and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Sound judgment and practical problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Commercial transactions
• Construction transactions
• Business transactions
• Finance or lending transactions
• Complex contract drafting and negotiation

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Sophisticated transactional work typically associated with larger firms
• Direct access to experienced partners and mentorship from multiple attorneys
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with minimal bureaucracy
• Genuine flexibility rather than rigid workplace policies
• Merit-based advancement opportunities
• Long-term partnership potential
• No requirement to bring or develop a book of business to advance
• Established and growing client base with substantial ongoing work
• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical and dental coverage
• Employer-funded retirement contributions after eligibility requirements are met
• Flexible work environment
• Long-term career growth opportunities

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be:

• Intellectually curious
• Collaborative and personable
• Hardworking and dependable
• Practical and solutions-oriented
• Comfortable working directly with clients and partners
• Eager to learn and grow professionally
• Interested in building a long-term career within a highly respected firm

The Midtown Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are a small, woman-owned business certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Operating from our headquarters in Washington, DC, we provide trusted staffing services nationwide. Our clients include thousands of the most prestigious Fortune 500 companies, law firms, financial organizations, tech innovators, non-profits, and lobbying firms, as well as federal, state and local government agencies.