Real Estate Associate Attorney - Atlanta (Mid-Sr.)

REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Broad-Based Transactional Real Estate Focus

Location: Atlanta, GA

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A top-15 AmLaw firm is seeking a talented mid to senior-level Associate Attorney to join its highly respected Real Estate Practice Group in Atlanta . This position offers the opportunity to handle sophisticated real estate transactions and projects across multiple asset classes while collaborating closely with partners and clients in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record .
• Active Bar Admission in Georgia , in good standing.
• 4+ years of substantive experience in transactional real estate matters at an AmLaw firm.
• Experience representing clients in acquisitions , dispositions , financing , development , and leasing transactions across all major asset classes , including office, retail, industrial, multifamily, and mixed-use projects
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements , commercial leases , development agreements , and related real estate contracts.
• Lender-side financing experience is a plus .
• Familiarity with title and survey review, due diligence, zoning, land-use analysis, and entity formation.
• Strong understanding of complex real estate and development concepts.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to mentor junior attorneys and oversee work streams.
• Excellent written communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions, prioritize work effectively, and meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent lenders , investors , developers , owners , and other clients in a wide range of real estate transactions , including acquisitions , dispositions , financings , and leasing .
• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, joint venture agreements, and development documents.
• Coordinate closings for real estate transactions, including title and survey review and due diligence management.
• Advise clients on construction , development , and asset management matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal counsel to clients.
• Mentor junior associates and ensure quality and timely completion of client deliverables.

Why Join Us?

This is a standout opportunity to join a prominent real estate group at a firm that values collaboration, diversity, and long-term career development. The practice offers exposure to a wide variety of deal structures and asset classes , allowing attorneys to develop deep expertise while working closely with industry-leading clients and attorneys . Our client offers a platform that combines the resources of one of the largest law firms in the world with the culture of a tight-knit team , providing meaningful mentorship, deal autonomy, and support for your professional ambitions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary: $265,000-$420,000 , commensurate with experience.

• Discretionary Bonus Eligibility .

• Robust Benefits Package: Includes top-tier medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid maternity and paternity leave, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and additional perks.

• Supportive Culture: Our client fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports innovation, balance, and career advancement.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and deal sheet highlighting relevant real estate transactional experience.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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