Real Estate Associate Attorney

Pay: $215,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly regarded real estate practice handling sophisticated commercial transactions in a major market
• Gain hands-on experience across acquisitions, dispositions, development, leasing, and complex mixed-use projects
• Work closely with experienced partners who provide real mentorship and direct client exposure
• Build a strong foundation in regulatory and local real estate matters that materially impact deals
• Competitive compensation with bonus and profit-sharing eligibility and a clear path for growth

Location

Washington, D.C. — Hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office, supporting collaboration and flexibility.

Note

This role requires an active bar license in Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia and at least 1 year of commercial real estate transactional experience.

About Us

We are a nationally respected real estate practice known for handling complex, high-profile commercial matters with a practical, business-focused approach. Our culture is collegial and collaborative, with an emphasis on mentoring, professional growth, and meaningful client relationships. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Support and lead commercial real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, and development
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, leases, and related transaction documents
• Work on mixed-use, condominium, and multifamily projects
• Advise on regulatory and local real estate matters such as TOPA, ROFRs, and rent control
• Collaborate directly with partners and clients throughout the transaction lifecycle

Qualifications

• 1+ years of commercial real estate transactional experience
• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, or development matters
• Strong drafting, communication, and analytical skills
• Excellent academic credentials and attention to detail
• Active bar license in DC, MD, or VA

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be part of a supportive, high-caliber team that values collaboration over hierarchy and invests in your long-term success. The work is sophisticated and engaging, and the environment encourages learning, ownership, and professional advancement.

JPC-1320

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

7/8 UPDATE: Request law school transcripts from candidates to submit to portal, it's a required field.

Requirements: Must-have: D.C., Maryland, or Virginia bar license. 1-6 yr associate. 1+ yrs exp in commercial real estate transactions

• Nice to haves:

• Preferred Years as Associate: 1-6

• Additional context: Relocation- [no]. Packages - [no]

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• –2 years experience: $215,000–$225,000

• 3–4 years experience: $225,000–$240,000

• 5–6 years experience: $240,000–$250,000

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• Client job title: Real Estate Associate Attorney

• Location: Washington, DC

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid

• Experience: 1-6

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• # of hires needed: 1

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