Real Estate Associate

About the Role

Join a leading Florida commercial law practice as a mid-level associate focused on sophisticated transactional real estate matters. You will work with experienced attorneys on complex deals and help clients navigate Florida real estate transactions.

What You'll Do

• Handle acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions, including complex, high-value deals.

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, leases, and related transactional instruments.

• Work with partners on developer-focused matters for institutional and private investors, property owners, and investment funds.

• Advise on Florida real estate matters, including engagements referred by out-of-state law firms.

• Support transactions involving mixed-use projects, condominium redevelopment, transit-oriented development, and cross-border investment.

What We're Looking For

• Three to six years of sophisticated transactional real estate experience at a major law firm or strong regional firm.

• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and leases.

• A JD from an accredited U.S. law school and strong academic credentials.

• Admission to the Florida Bar or eligibility to sit for the Florida Bar.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.

• Leasing, development, or hospitality transaction experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary is $240,000 to $365,000 annually, depending on experience. Associates may be eligible for a year-end bonus based on a 1,900-hour billable target. Relocation assistance and Florida Bar costs are covered for eligible out-of-market hires. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid work arrangement in Miami, Florida.