Chicago | Hybrid

Real Estate Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000

A nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing developers, institutional investors, private equity sponsors, lenders, borrowers, REITs, landlords, and tenants in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of commercial real estate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience handling commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and financings

• Experience representing developers, institutional investors, private equity funds, lenders, borrowers, landlords, tenants, and real estate owners

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, leases, easements, operating agreements, joint venture agreements, and other real estate transaction documents

• Experience conducting title, survey, zoning, environmental, and other real estate due diligence

• Experience managing complex real estate closings and coordinating multidisciplinary transaction teams

• Experience with commercial leasing, construction, or real estate joint ventures is a plus

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized Commercial Real Estate practice

✅ Sophisticated acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, and development work

✅ Opportunity to represent leading developers, institutional investors, lenders, and private equity sponsors

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship, professional development, and partnership-track opportunities

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment with competitive compensation and benefits

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174