Real Estate Associate

About the Role

Join a leading Florida commercial law practice as a mid-level associate focused on sophisticated transactional real estate work. You will support active, developer-oriented deal flow and advise clients on complex transactions across Florida and beyond.

What You'll Do

• Handle acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions, including large-scale deals.

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, leases, and related transactional documents.

• Work with partners and practice leaders to advise developers, investors, funds, and other institutional and private clients.

• Support Florida real estate matters referred by firms outside the state, including local counsel engagements.

• Assist with transactions involving mixed-use developments, condominium redevelopment, transit-oriented projects, and cross-border investment.

What We're Looking For

• Three to six years of sophisticated transactional real estate experience at a major or strong regional law firm.

• A JD from an accredited U.S. law school and strong academic credentials.

• Experience with real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and financing, including drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and leases.

• Eligibility to sit for the Florida Bar or admission to the Florida Bar.

• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to client service and teamwork.

• Leasing, development, or hospitality transaction experience is a plus.

• U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $240,000 to $365,000 annually, depending on experience. The role is eligible for a year-end bonus upon meeting a 1,900 billable-hour target. Relocation assistance and Florida Bar costs are covered for out-of-market hires. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Location

Hybrid role based in Miami, Florida.