Houston | Hybrid

Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.

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

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of commercial real estate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing developers, institutional investors, private equity sponsors, lenders, borrowers, landlords, tenants, and REITs

• Experience handling commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, leasing, joint ventures, and financing transactions

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan documents, development agreements, easements, operating agreements, joint venture agreements, and other real estate transaction documents

• Experience reviewing title, survey, zoning, environmental reports, and other due diligence materials

• Experience with commercial real estate finance, infrastructure projects, energy-related real estate transactions, and large-scale development projects is preferred

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Commercial Real Estate platform

✅ Sophisticated acquisitions, dispositions, development, leasing, and finance transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent leading developers, investors, lenders, REITs, and private equity sponsors

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

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. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174