I am partnering with a top AM LAW ranked firm that is seeking a Real Estate Attorney to join its growing practice in Chicago.
The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of commercial real estate transactions and related matters, including commercial real estate equity and finance.
Responsibilities include:
- Handling commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions
- Drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, leases, and related documents
- Advising on financing transactions, including lender and borrower-side work
- Managing due diligence, title, and survey review
- Coordinating closings and working directly with clients, lenders, and opposing counsel
Requirements:
- JD ideally gained from a nationally ranked law school.
- Active bar membership in the state of Illinois.
- 3+ years of commercial real estate experience.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
- Experience handling matters independently with appropriate supervision.
- Team-oriented mindset with strong client-service skills.
The firm is offering:
- Compensation ranging from $270k to $370k (depending on experience).
- Flexible or hybrid working arrangements
- Exposure to sophisticated commercial real estate matters from national and international clients.
- Clear pathway and support for career progression.
- Collegial, entrepreneurial firm culture.
- Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan.
- Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
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