Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its Washington, D.C. office . This full-time hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on high-level commercial real estate transactions alongside senior shareholders. The firm is consistently ranked among the top global law firms and provides a collaborative, client-centered culture with top-tier benefits and compensation.

Real Estate Associate Attorney
Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)
Practice Group: Real Estate
Experience Required: 5–6 years
Salary Range: $295,000 – $350,000 per year

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle a wide variety of commercial real estate transactions with a focus on hospitality and joint venture work.

• Draft, review, and negotiate letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, leases/subleases, and financing documents.

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of deal closings.

• Conduct title and survey reviews and other due diligence activities.

• Support clients across diverse industries with transactions involving hotels, resorts, timeshares, shared ownership, and joint ventures.

Qualifications:

• 5–6 years of experience handling complex commercial real estate matters.

• Background in hospitality transactions preferred.

• Experience with banking and loan transactions, joint ventures, and financing is a plus.

• Ability to manage multiple deals and anticipate client needs proactively.

• Excellent writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Must be admitted to the DC Bar or eligible for prompt admission.

• High energy, motivated, and eager to develop as a transactional attorney.

Firm Culture:
This firm fosters a supportive, high-performance environment where attorneys work collaboratively with senior partners and industry-leading clients. Associates are encouraged to take ownership of deals, deepen their expertise, and grow within a firm that values innovation, learning, and client service.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary: $295,000–$350,000

• Discretionary bonus potential

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Application Instructions:
To be considered, please submit the following in PDF format:

• Resume

• Law school transcript

• Recent deal sheet or summary of representative matters (preferred)

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