Real Estate Associate
About The Position
Goodspeed Merrill is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial law firm dedicated to helping business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors build, protect, and scale successful companies. As our firm continues to grow and expand, we are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our thriving Real Estate Law practice. Goodspeed Merrill (GM) is seeking a Junior Real Estate Associate to join its growing real estate practice. The successful candidate will be currently licensed in Colorado, have approximately 3 or more years of relevant real estate experience, and possess a strong desire to serve their clients. A portable book of business is a bonus, but not required.
Requirements
- 3 or more years of relevant real estate experience
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado
- Desire for a long-term rewarding career
- Client first mindset and willingness to put in extra effort as client priorities dictate
- Embrace a culture of high achievement by delivering exceptional work while actively engaging with and supporting your colleagues
- Someone who thrives in a dynamic environment by remaining flexible and responsive to the shifting demands of a growing firm
- Team player with “no task too small” attitude
Nice To Haves
- A portable book of business is a bonus, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Execute projects in a timely and professional manner.
- Build and nurture positive relationships with clients and team members.
- Plan and accomplish goals with creativity and latitude while performing a variety of tasks under the general supervision of a partner or senior attorney.
- Utilize experience with land use, multi/planned use development, and entitlement work to support ongoing firm projects.
- Apply excellent drafting and analytical skills to formulate, evaluate, and execute legal strategies and solutions for clients.
- Operate as a determined, professional, and proactive attorney, ensuring all matters are handled with a well-informed and attentive approach.
- Manage commercial acquisitions and dispositions, including the detailed review and negotiation of title and surveys, and the handling of commercial leasing for office, warehouse, and retail properties.
- Draft covenants and legal documentation related to commercial development, land use, and complex real estate transactions.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance (Employer pays 75% employee only)
- Dental Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
- Vision Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
- Life Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
- Parental Leave (Bonding)
- Short-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
- Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Life, and Hospital Indemnity options.
- Attorney Student Loan Support Program (financial assistance toward student loans)
- 401(k) plan - with Employer matching up to 3.5%
- Discretionary Paid Time Off
- Holiday pay (9 days / year)
- State Bar dues and CLEs
- Professional Growth - Opportunities for advancement in a growing firm.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
