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AmLaw 200 law firm of 250+ attorneys, is seeking a commercial real estate associate attorney to join the Buffalo office. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience and will focus on handling commercial acquisitions and sales, financing, lending, leasing and land use. Construction experience a plus. Candidates must have outstanding academic credentials, strong writing and verbal communication skills and be in good standing with the NYS Bar. An EEO Employer.

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Looking for an associate with four to six years’ experience to join Real Estate practice in the New York office. For the third consecutive year, Fortune has named this firm to its list of 100 Best Companies to Work For, the annual list that recognizes companies with extraordinary workplace cultures. Ranking among the top third and is one of only five law firms to make the 2018 list. The firm brings distinctive quality, diverse teams and innovation and has a top-notch training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, shadowing opportunities. In this role you will gain meaningful experience in the practice of real estate law and real estate finance, with a primary focus on complex transactions for sophisticated investor clients. The group focuses on acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, financing transactions, development deals and distressed asset investments. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: · Prior experience in commercial real estate transactional work strongly preferred, particularly the representation of sophisticated investors in commercial real estate debt and equity acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures and financings. · JD from accredited law school. · Licensure to practice law in the state of New York. · Excellent academic credentials. · Major law firm experience. · Excellent, writing, organization, attention to detail, interpersonal communication skills and entrepreneurial spirit required. · Excellent independent discernment, and the ability to collaborate with attorneys in other offices and practice groups. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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A top AmLaw 100 national law firm with a robust and growing real estate practice, is seeking a senior associate for our Real Estate Practice Group in our Denver office. Interested candidates must possess a high level of academic achievement, solid law firm experience, and superb writing and communication skills. The ideal candidates will possess 5+ years of broad transactional real estate experience with land use experience being a plus. This firm is particularly interested in candidates who have the ambition, drive and team-orientation to help grow our national practice. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package with challenging work in a collegial work environment. Relocation support is available for highly qualified candidates. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and law school transcript.

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We are seeking an associate with 3-5 years of land use experience to join our Real Estate/Land Use practice group. Our projects range from conversions or rehabilitation of existing—and sometimes historic—buildings to new large-scale developments including sports stadiums, medical campuses, renewable energy projects, office towers, multifamily housing, and retail facilities. The ideal candidate will have outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, exceptional writing and research skills, an enthusiasm for land use law, and a commitment to delivering quality work product in a highly collaborative environment. Successful candidates will also possess strong problem solving and interpersonal skills. Our firm’s deepest roots are in real estate and land use law, and the individual attorneys in our practice are the most skilled, experienced, and innovative in the field. We invite qualified candidates who are interested in joining our growing Land Use practice group to submit a cover letter, resume and law school transcript. Active members of the California State Bar preferred; will consider members of other state bars depending on circumstances.

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With a reputation as the “go to” firm in California for both high-profile projects as well as nuts-and-bolts real estate counsel. If you stop to look at the Bay Area’s most celebrated buildings and public spaces, there’s a good chance you’re seeing a project that we helped bring to life. Our firm’s deepest roots are in real estate law, and the individual attorneys in our practice are the most skilled, experienced, and innovative in the field. Collectively—and through collaboration with the firm’s other practices—we provide clients with valuable counsel on a full spectrum of real estate matters. We are seeking a highly qualified, associate with 5+ years of experience to join our Real Estate Practice group. Candidate must have substantial transactional experience in complex real estate transactions, including joint ventures, dispositions, development, financing and leasing of various real estate asset classes. Candidates applying for positions with us should have strong academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent verbal and written communications skills. . We invite qualified candidates who are interested in joining our growing Real Estate practice group to submit a cover letter, resume and law school transcript. Active members of the California State Bar preferred; will consider members of other state bars depending on circumstances.

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Established firm seeking qualified candidates for an Associate position with Finance, Banking and Real Estate Department, to be based in Dallas office. This person would be part of the Real Estate and Real Estate Finance Practice Group. The ideal candidate is ‎a 3rd to 6th year associate with strong general commercial real estate, lending, ‎and some leasing experience.‎ Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Essential Functions Candidates for Associate positions must be able to provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys. Associates are routinely required to: Provide thorough factual and legal research and analysis; Draft necessary agreements and documents with efficiency and clarity; Manage projects from commencement to closing; Competently and professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys; and Complete tasks efficiently. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Leasing experience; Experience representing financial institutions, mortgage lenders, institutional investors or borrowers in real estate and financing transactions; · Experience in partnership and joint venture transactions (REIT and tax exempt investor experience helpful), Ability to prepare and negotiate transactional documents generally including: Purchase and Sale Agreements, Loan Documents, Leases, and related agreements; Thorough understanding of basic elements of real property due diligence, including survey, title, zoning and other land use issues, Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines; Strong organization and matter management skills; Ability to work professionally and effectively with Clients, Partners, Associate and Support Staff; Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team; Clear and effective drafting skills; Exceptional project management skills; Ability to effectively manage junior associates and others; Requirements Juris Doctor. Qualified candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in Texas.

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Real Estate Law Practice Group looking to hire a mid-senior level associate with at least 3-8+ years of experience to join office with an interest in all aspects of real estate development. Ideal experience includes strong knowledge of acquisition and disposition, financing and leasing of commercial real estate. Familiarity with land use, zoning and land development approvals would be a plus. Important attributes include excellent oral and research skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with clients, the ability to manage small to mid sized matters, or portions of large matters, effectively and efficiently. Must be a California licensed attorney with solid big firm transactional real estate experience. Submit cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample. The firm is a global relationship law firm with 28 offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The firm represents leading international businesses, from Fortune 100 corporations to mid-market and emerging enterprises. Its lawyers provide litigation and other dispute resolution services in multi-jurisdictional and other high-stakes matters; deliver regulatory counsel; and execute the full range of strategic domestic and cross-border transactions. This firm is a preeminent advisor to industries including financial services, life sciences, health care, advertising, entertainment and media, shipping and transport, energy and natural resources, real estate, manufacturing, technology, and education. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. This firm's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran’s status, or any characteristic protected by law. The firm adheres to and promotes equal employment opportunity for all. This equal opportunity principle applies in all areas of personnel activity, including recruiting, hiring, placement, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoff, facility usage, social and recreational programming, etc. The ability and worth of individuals shall be judged entirely on their job-related aptitude, training, skills and performance. This firm provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process.

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Seeking a mid-level real estate associate for our West Coast Real Estate Investment, Finance and Development practice in our San Francisco office. Responsibilities: Represent clients in real estate acquisitions, financings and leasing transactions. Qualifications: The ideal candidate is a member of the California Bar with 2 to 5 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, financings and leasing transactions, with a demonstrated ability to provide efficient legal services both independently and as part of a team. Candidates for this position should be willing to quickly integrate into our robust national real estate practice, committed to providing the highest quality of client services in support of a broad range of complicated transactions, and dedicated to professional development consistent with this partnership track position. Solid academic credentials, strong critical reasoning skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts are required.

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We have an urgent need for a Real Estate Associate in the Palo Alto Office. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in handling real estate transactions in some but not necessarily all of the following areas: acquisitions and dispositions, construction and permanent financings, joint ventures, and the leasing of commercial office, retail, and industrial space Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are key: ability to attentively listen, actively engage, and concisely and effectively communicate complex matters in oral and written form. A strong work ethic and an interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for client matters will add to your success on our team. Strong academic credentials in law coursework are highly valued. ​Bar Admission in California is strongly preferred.

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