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Real Estate Associate Attorney

William James Recruitment
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026

Real Estate Associate Attorney – Chicago, Illinois – $160,000 – $225,000 Bonus Benefits


An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Real Estate Associate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois to join a leading AM Law 200 firm with a strong national real estate platform.


This Real Estate Associate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois role offers exposure to sophisticated commercial real estate transactions within a firm operating across 30 offices and a network of over 700 attorneys. The practice is known for its breadth of work, collaborative culture, and consistent deal flow across multiple asset classes.


This is an excellent opportunity for a Real Estate Associate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois seeking high-quality transactional work, strong support, and clear progression within a well-established national firm.


The Role:

  • Advising on a broad range of commercial real estate transactions including acquisitions and disposals
  • Supporting on complex commercial leasing matters across a range of asset classes
  • Assisting with real estate finance transactions and structured investments
  • Conducting due diligence and supporting transaction execution
  • Working on development projects and portfolio management work
  • Managing transactions from instruction through to completion with appropriate supervision
  • Collaborating with colleagues across the firm’s national platform
  • Working closely with senior attorneys on client matters and ongoing mandates


The Candidate:

  • Illinois admitted Real Estate Attorney with 4–8 years’ experience
  • Strong background in commercial real estate transactions, particularly leasing
  • Experience across acquisitions, disposals, and finance matters
  • Comfortable working across a variety of asset classes and sectors
  • Commercially minded with strong technical ability
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in Illinois
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
  • Highly organized with strong time-management capabilities


The Benefits and How to Apply:

  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Comprehensive dental insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter benefits
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment


Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a resume for an initial conversation


Contact: Alex-Jay Blackledge-Murphy, Senior Recruitment Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 44 0794 931 5621

Email: alex.blackledge-murphy@williamjamesrecruitment.com

Salary : $160,000 - $225,000

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