Real Estate Associate (Multi-Office)

DLA Piper•New York, NY

29d•$260,000 - $365,000•Hybrid

About The Position

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together. Summary DLA Piper's Real Estate practice is growing! We seek several Associates with 3-5 years of experience in general real estate transactions, including purchase and sale, joint venture and financing transactions. We seek candidates with immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized law schools as well as prior experience in a large or mid-sized law firm. This position is open to our Chicago, Washington D.C., Boston, and New York offices.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Good business and professional judgment.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Conceptual thinking.
Persuasive communication.
Management skills.
JD
Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing.
3-5 years of experience in general real estate transactions, including purchase and sale, joint venture and financing transactions.

Responsibilities

Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
Legal Writing: Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
Case/Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
Internal/External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.