3-4 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions
Broad experience with complex commercial real estate transactions
Experience drafting and negotiating transaction documents
Juris Doctor degree
Massachusetts bar admission or in the process of obtaining it
Background at a large law firm, preferably AM Law 200
Strong academic record, generally a GPA of 3.4 or above
Collaborative and ambitious approach with a commitment to client service
Responsibilities
Handle commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and financings from engagement through closing
Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, loan documents, and related transaction documents
Conduct due diligence and coordinate title, survey, and closing deliverables
Work with partners and clients to structure transactions and resolve issues
Support land use, permitting, zoning, and development matters connected to transactions
Meet annual billable hour expectations while contributing to pro bono and business development initiatives
Communicate regularly with clients and counterparties as a client advocate
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with immediate coverage
401(k) retirement plan with immediate eligibility
Unlimited paid time off
Coverage of bar association and continuing legal education fees
Parking and transportation support
Full Job Description
Position Title: Real Estate Associate Attorney
A boutique, globally recognized law firm seeks a Real Estate Associate for its Boston office. The firm concentrates on a defined set of practice areas and holds deep expertise in each, which gives associates early exposure to complex, high-visibility matters. The practice handles acquisitions, dispositions, and financings, and associates work directly on drafting and negotiating the underlying transaction documents.
Salary Range: $250,000 - $285,000 / Year DOE
Plus a tiered bonus structure based on billable hours, with an additional achievement bonus at the highest tier
Real Estate Associate Responsibilities
Handle commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and financings from engagement through closing
Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, loan documents, and related transaction documents
Conduct due diligence and coordinate title, survey, and closing deliverables
Work with partners and clients to structure transactions and resolve issues as they arise
Support land use, permitting, zoning, and development matters connected to transactions
Meet annual billable hour expectations while contributing to pro bono, business development, and inclusion initiatives
Communicate regularly with clients and counterparties as a client advocate
Real Estate Associate Requirements
3 to 4 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions, with no more than 5 years of experience overall
Broad experience with complex commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financings
Experience drafting and negotiating transaction documents
Juris Doctor degree
Massachusetts bar admission or being in the process of obtaining admission in Massachusetts
Background at a large law firm, with AM Law 200 firms considered
Strong academic record, generally a GPA of 3.4 or above, with strong work experience considered in individual cases
Collaborative, ambitious approach with a commitment to client service
Experience with land use, permitting, zoning, and development matters is preferred
Clerkship experience is preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with coverage beginning immediately
401(k) retirement plan, with immediate eligibility
Unlimited paid time off
Coverage of bar association and continuing legal education fees
Parking and transportation support
Qualified real estate attorneys who want a clear path to partnership at a globally focused boutique firm should apply today.
