Washington, DC | Hybrid

Commercial Real Estate Transactions Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Transactions Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

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

Ideal Background

• JD Class of 2022–2023 (approximately 2–4 years of experience) with commercial real estate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

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

• Experience representing lenders, borrowers, developers, institutional investors, REITs, private equity sponsors, and real estate investment funds

• Experience with complex real estate financings, including lender and/or borrower representation

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, joint venture agreements, operating agreements, development agreements, and related transaction documents

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

• Experience working across a variety of asset classes, including office, multifamily, industrial, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use developments

• 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

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Real Estate Transactions practice

✅ Sophisticated acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and finance transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent leading institutional investors, developers, 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