Banking & Finance Associate Attorney
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Real Estate Attorney Associate
Location: Illinois
Salary: $260K – $365K
Experience: 3–5 Years
A leading global law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join its high-performing team in Chicago. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions and build a long-term career within one of the most respected real estate practices in the country.
The Opportunity
As part of this collaborative and forward-thinking team, you will advise premier clients on a broad spectrum of complex real estate matters including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, financings, and development projects. You will be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and manage purchase and sale agreements, joint venture documents, and financing instruments.
- Conduct thorough due diligence and coordinate all aspects of deal closings.
- Partner with colleagues across practices to deliver integrated client service.
- Provide strategic advice to clients on commercial and legal risks.
- Maintain a proactive, solution-oriented approach to every transaction.
About You
- 3 to 5 years of real estate transactional experience at a top-tier or well-regarded firm.
- Strong academic background and J.D. from a nationally recognized law school.
- Admission to the Illinois Bar or eligibility to waive in.
- Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Strong business judgment, analytical ability, and attention to detail.
Why This Role
This position offers exposure to market-shaping transactions and the chance to work alongside some of the field’s most accomplished practitioners. The firm’s culture is collegial yet driven, where initiative is rewarded, collaboration is the norm, and professional development is deeply supported.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary range: $260,000 to $365,000, commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and hybrid work flexibility.
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Posted 10 Nov 2025 by Freddie Stroud, Director · Corporate & Real Estate
Salary:
$260K – $365K
Location:
Illinois
Discipline:
Real Estate
Job Code:
Real Estate Associate
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