Real Estate Entry-Level Associate Attorney – Fall 2027

Perkins Coie•Chicago, IL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking third-year law students for an entry-level associate position in their Real Estate practice group, starting in the fall of 2027. This role is available in the Chicago, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Seattle offices. The firm, recognized on Fortune’s Best Places to Work for 24 consecutive years, fosters a culture of growth and potential. The position involves drafting, project responsibility, organization, and assisting with fast-moving transactions and large portfolios. Ideal candidates will anticipate issues, structure solutions, and deliver precise work product, demonstrating collaboration, responsiveness, and a commitment to client service. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated local, national, and global matters within a leading practice group that handles complex acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, construction, development, and finance for a diverse range of assets, including core and emerging types like data centers. Collaboration across offices and nationwide is integral to delivering practical solutions at scale.

Requirements

Third-year law student in good standing
Pursuing a Juris Doctor degree at an ABA-accredited law school
Receive J.D. prior to fall 2027
Demonstrated record of academic achievement
Excellent writing skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Experience that will contribute to a successful career in the legal field
Candidates should be collaborative, responsive, and relationship driven
Genuine interest in client service and team-based practice

Responsibilities

Draft carefully and analytically
Take responsibility for projects
Be organized
Exercise and help with a wide range of fast-moving transactions and large portfolios
Anticipate issues, structure solutions, and deliver thoughtful, precise work product
Collaborate with colleagues nationwide to deliver coordinated, practical solutions at scale