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Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney

Jobot

Bethesda, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$175,000–$250,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Attorney, Bar Membership, Best Practices, Brokerage, Commercial Real Estate, Communication Skills, Construction, Dental Insurance, Due Diligence, Entrepreneurship, Financial Transactions, High Net Worth, Land Use, Leasing, Legal, Litigation, Loan Documents, Loan Servicing, Loans, Mentoring, Mortgage Lending, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Property Management, Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Regulations, Risk Management, Sales, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Bethesda, MD
POSTED
Today
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Farrell Ougheltree
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Salary: $175,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established commercial law firm with more than 40 years of experience serving the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. legal markets. The firm represents businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate investors, and high-net-worth individuals across a broad range of practice areas. With approximately 25 attorneys and plans for continued growth, the firm combines the stability and reputation of a longstanding regional institution with the momentum of an expanding litigation practice. The culture is collaborative, team-oriented, and focused on developing attorneys through mentorship and meaningful client engagement.

Why join us?

3. Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Performance-based bonus opportunities
401(k) plan with profit-sharing
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Early responsibility with direct courtroom and client exposure
Mentorship and professional development opportunities
Clear path for advancement within a growing litigation practice
Collegial and collaborative firm culture with strong regional reputation

Job Details

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney with a strong background in real estate financing to join our client's team. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive legal experience and a proven ability to manage complex transactions from origination to closing. This role offers the opportunity to work on high‐value commercial deals, collaborate directly with business leaders, and provide strategic legal guidance across a wide range of real estate matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial real estate documents, including purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, leases, amendments, and closing documents.

Lead and manage all aspects of real estate financing transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing, development loans, and credit facilities.

Conduct due diligence, analyze title surveys, and identify and mitigate legal risks.

Advise internal stakeholders and clients on real estate structures, regulatory issues, and best practices.

Coordinate with lenders, investors, brokers, and third-party vendors to ensure smooth and timely closings.

Manage deal timelines and oversee closing checklists, escrow instructions, and post-closing documentation.

Provide strategic counsel on commercial leasing, property management, and asset management matters as needed.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Active bar membership in good standing

7+ years of commercial real estate experience, with a strong emphasis on financing, acquisitions, and complex transactions.

Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively and manage multiple deals simultaneously.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Strong business judgment and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Experience:

Experience with construction lending, mezzanine financing, and/or joint ventures.

Knowledge of real estate development, land use, or related commercial matters.

Familiarity with loan servicing and asset management considerations.

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com