Real Estate (Leasing) Transactions & Finance Associate- Chicago

Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Transactions & Finance Associate with 4–5 years of experience to join a nationally recognized real estate practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile leasing and real estate transactions for institutional clients, developers, and major corporate tenants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate complex commercial leases, with a focus on office leasing transactions

• Support acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and joint venture matters

• Prepare and negotiate purchase and sale agreements and loan documents

• Manage closing processes, including coordinating closing checklists and documentation

• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on sophisticated real estate transactions

Qualifications:

• 4–5 years of transactional real estate experience

• Strong experience with commercial leasing (tenant-side preferred)

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

• Active bar membership in good standing

Why Apply:

• Work on nationally significant real estate transactions

• Collaborative Am Law 100 platform with sophisticated clients

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Optional work from home days: Monday and Friday

Apply confidentially through Direct Counsel.