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Role: Associate Attorney - Real Estate
Location: Jacksonville, FL
The Opportunity
Join one of the Southeast’s most prestigious mid-sized law firms. With a legacy spanning over eight decades, our client has built a reputation for combining "Big Law" technical expertise with a "Small Town" personal touch. We are seeking a Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join the Atlanta or Jacksonville office. This is a chance to be a key player in high-stakes acquisitions and complex financing transactions shaping the region.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Award-Winning Culture: Voted "Best Law Office" multiple years in a row.
Path to Partnership: A proven track record of investing in associate growth and promoting from within.
Meaningful Work: Lead significant projects, including student housing acquisitions and large-scale commercial developments.
Balance & Benefits: Exceptional compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that respects your life outside the office.
What You’ll Do
- Represent developers, lenders, and businesses in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.
- Handle all aspects of acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing.
- Provide strategic counsel on zoning, land use, and title insurance matters.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of experts in Corporate, Litigation, and Finance.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school and an active Florida Bar membership.
- Proven experience in Commercial Real Estate law (Acquisitions, Leasing, and Finance).
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
- A collaborative spirit and a desire to be part of a long-standing legal legacy.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $140,000 and $160,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
75% Healthcare coverage.
Employer-covered Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
Life Insurance.
Optional Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA.
Salary : $140,000 - $160,000