Real Estate Associate
simpson judge usaHouston (TX)
Real Estate Associate
Posted 13 days ago
simpson judge usaHouston (TX)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Real Estate Lawyer Largely Remote (Occasional Travel to Chicago Required) This is an excellent opportunity for a Mid to Senior level Lawyer working in commercial real estate to take on meaningful responsibility at a special, tight-knit, and truly flexible boutique law firm. This Real Estate team excels quickly, giving you the opportunity to work directly with existing clients while continuing to develop your skillset as an attorney.
What You'll Do:
- Handle sophisticated leasing transactions
- Work on commercial real estate development projects
- Draft and negotiate complex lease documentation
- Advise landlord and developer clients throughout the leasing process
- Manage transactions and communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel
- Collaborate closely with partners and colleagues across the firm's Real Estate practice
What You'll Need:
- At least 3 years' commercial real estate experience gained at a law firm
- Strong experience in commercial leasing, preferably representing landlords and developers
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- The ability and confidence to lead negotiations
- Experience working on commercial development projects
- In good standing with Illinois BarJ.D Accredited Law school
- What Else?
- Competitive compensation and bonus opportunity
- Largely remote working, with occasional travel to the firm's downtown Chicago office
- Standard annual billable target of 1,850 hours
- A collaborative, close-knit team with direct client exposure and genuine career development opportunities
- If you're interested, or would like to learn more, please reach out below.
- Lorna Hardcastle331-215-9850
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