Associate

Real Estate Associate — Seattle (also Phoenix, San Francisco, Bellevue)

  • LocationSeattle, Washington
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience1–1 PQE
  • Compensation$225k–$260k
  • PracticeReal Estate

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An established, national real estate practice is hiring a junior transactional associate to support a growing team that handles complex acquisitions and dispositions, leasing, development, construction, portfolio management and real estate finance across multiple asset classes. The role will involve work on national and multi‑site matters and frequent collaboration with colleagues in other offices.

Ideal for an associate who enjoys fast‑paced, large‑scale transactions and portfolio work, the role requires strong drafting and analytical skills, careful attention to detail, and an ability to take responsibility for substantive pieces of transactions. The group values collaborative, client-focused lawyers who anticipate issues and help develop practical solutions.

This position is open to candidates based in Seattle, Phoenix, San Francisco, or Bellevue and offers opportunity for long‑term practice growth within a well‑resourced, market‑leading real estate platform.

  • Minimum 1 year of transactional real estate experience (acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, development, or real estate finance)
  • Strong drafting, analytical and organizational skills; ability to manage project responsibilities on large, fast‑moving matters
  • Team‑oriented, responsive, and client service focused
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility) to practice in the relevant state; submission of resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and a short writing sample requested

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