Chicago| Hybrid

Transactional Real Estate Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$250,000 – $400,000

A leading national law firm is seeking a Transactional Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

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

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of commercial real estate transactional experience
• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, development, joint ventures, leasing, and financing transactions preferred
• Experience representing developers, investors, lenders, landlords, tenants, private equity sponsors, or institutional clients
• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, leases, joint venture agreements, development agreements, and related transaction documents
• Ability to independently manage transactions and work directly with clients
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated commercial real estate platform

✅ Exposure to high-profile development and investment transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Partnership-track opportunity

✅ Collaborative national practice

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. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174