Real Estate Associate (Chicago)

The role

DLA Piper is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3-5 years of experience in general real estate transactions for their Chicago office. This role is for candidates with strong academic backgrounds and prior experience in large or mid-sized law firms.

What you'll do

• Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis
• Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence
• Assist and manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution
• Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships
• Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals
• Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials
• Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations
• Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities
• Engage in and contribute to firm programs and initiatives, civic and professional organizations, and pro bono work

What we're looking for

Benefits