Real Estate Associate
About The Position
Norris McLaughlin, P.A., is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its growing Real Estate Practice Group in the Allentown office. The associate will handle a broad range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing transactions, leasing, and development projects, working with investors, developers, business owners, landlords, lenders, and other stakeholders from initial structuring through closing. The role offers increasing responsibility, opportunities to build client relationships, and the chance to contribute to a collaborative and expanding practice serving clients throughout Pennsylvania and the surrounding region. Associates have access to a structured mentorship program, marketing and business development support, professional development and training, and a steady workflow. The firm describes its environment as respectful and supportive, with reasonable billable expectations, regular social events, and exposure to complex client matters.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- 3–5 years of experience handling commercial real estate transactions.
- Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing transactions, and due diligence matters.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with land use and zoning matters is preferred but not required.
- Admission to the New Jersey Bar is a plus.
- Exposure to municipal work is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, easements, licenses, and other commercial real estate transaction documents.
- Represent investors, developers, property owners, and businesses in real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financing arrangements, and development projects.
- Manage commercial real estate transactions from due diligence through closing, coordinating with all parties involved.
- Review title, surveys, zoning, and other due diligence materials, and help identify and resolve transaction-related issues.
- Work directly with clients, lenders, title companies, brokers, and opposing counsel to facilitate transactions.
- Assist clients with real estate investment, asset management, and portfolio growth initiatives.
- Advise clients on business entities, ownership structures, joint ventures, operating agreements, and related transactional matters.
- Collaborate with attorneys in corporate, tax, environmental, and litigation practices to provide practical, business-focused legal solutions.
Benefits
- Structured mentorship program.
- Marketing and business development support.
- Professional development and training.
- Steady workflow and reasonable billable expectations.
- Regular social events and shared experiences.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
