About the Position:
Our client, a highly regarded Chicago boutique law firm, is seeking a real estate attorney to join its thriving commercial real estate practice as an associate or partner, depending on level of experience. This sophisticated national practice represents a diverse client base, including real estate investment trusts, developers, syndicators, high-net-worth individuals, brokerage firms, property management companies, and other commercial real estate stakeholders.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful client contact, sophisticated transactional work, and a platform for long-term growth and leadership within a highly respected practice.
Highlights:
· Strong national commercial real estate practice with an established client base
· Opportunity to become a next-generation leader within the practice and benefit from the transition of significant client relationships from retiring partners
· Entrepreneurial and collaborative culture
· Sophisticated transactional work with significant autonomy and client responsibility
Responsibilities:
· Represent commercial clients in the acquisition, disposition, development, financing, and leasing of commercial real estate assets
· Handle financing transactions on behalf of both lenders and borrowers
· Advise real estate-focused businesses and investors on a broad range of transactional matters
· Develop and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the practice
· Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas to support clients’ commercial real estate needs
Required Qualifications
· 3+ years of commercial real estate experience for associate level candidates; 15+ yrs of experience for partner-level candidates
· Experience representing clients in purchasing, selling, developing, financing, and leasing commercial real estate
· Financing transaction experience strongly preferred
· Demonstrated interest in business development and client relationship management
Compensation:
For associate candidates, the anticipated base salary range is $215,000 – $255,000.
For partner candidates, the anticipated base salary range is $250,000 – $350,000.