Commercial Real Estate Associate Hybrid

Overview

We are seeking a Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate to join the Charleston office of a fast-growing Am Law 200 firm. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions for developers, investors, lenders, and institutional clients in a collaborative, high-quality practice.

The ideal candidate is a strong transactional attorney who can run deals with partner support and is comfortable managing matters from start to finish.

• Handle a broad range of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financings
• Represent developers, investors, and institutional lenders in real property secured transactions
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, loan documents, leases, joint venture agreements, and development documents
• Advise clients on zoning, land use, entitlements, and related regulatory matters
• Represent clients in zoning appeals, property tax assessments, and workforce housing matters
• Manage transactions independently with appropriate partner oversight

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• 4+ years of commercial real estate experience at an Am Law 200 or comparable firm
• Proven experience running deals with partner support
• Strong background in real estate finance, development, zoning, and land use
• Experience representing developers, lenders, and institutional clients
• Admission to the South Carolina Bar or eligibility and willingness to obtain

• Growing Am Law 200 firm that recently climbed 10 rankings
• Nationally recognized real estate finance practice
• Competitive compensation with potential signing bonus
• Strong work-life balance (hybrid schedule, :1,900 billables)
• Comprehensive benefits and relocation support

• potential signing bonus
• Firm:
  Am Law 200 Law Firm
• Schedule:
  
  Hybrid | 3 days in-office | :1,900 billable hours