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Real Estate Associate Attorney

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Job typeOther PostedNov 9, 2026 Apply byDec 9, 2026

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Job Description

Job Description

Real Estate Associate Attorney

Locations: Austin, TX; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Houston, TX; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Miami, FL; Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Portland, OR; Sacramento, CA; San Francisco, CA; Santa Monica, CA; Seattle, WA; Washington, D.C.

Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join a nationally recognized Am Law firm.

The firm's Real Estate group is seeking an attorney with 2–4 years of experience to advise on sophisticated real estate capital markets and private equity transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, financings, development projects, distressed debt investments, and commercial leasing matters.

This attorney will have the opportunity to work closely with highly regarded public finance, energy and infrastructure, and restructuring teams, advising clients on complex transactions and helping them navigate changing market conditions.

Responsibilities include:

  • Representing clients in real estate capital markets and private equity transactions.

  • Handling asset acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, and real estate financings.

  • Advising on development projects, distressed debt investments, and commercial leasing matters.

  • Collaborating with attorneys across public finance, energy and infrastructure, and restructuring practices.

Qualifications:

  • 2–4 years of relevant real estate experience at a law firm.

  • Membership in good standing with a U.S. State Bar and eligibility to practice in the applicable office jurisdiction.

  • Strong motivation, excellent analytical skills, and superior client service abilities.

Compensation: $235,000–$310,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic location, plus discretionary annual bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Location and commute

Austin, TX .

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3264834856.