Job Description

Commercial Real Estate Associate

A leading, full-service law firm with a strong presence in the Southeast is seeking a Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate to join its Charleston office. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions for a diverse client base while playing an integral role in a collaborative and well-respected real estate practice.

In this position, you will represent developers, investors, and lenders across a wide range of commercial real estate matters. Your work will include acquisitions and dispositions, secured financings, equity investments, leasing, development projects, zoning and land use matters, joint ventures, and related corporate governance issues. You will also advise clients on zoning appeals, property tax assessments, and workforce housing agreements, handling matters from negotiation through closing.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys taking ownership of transactions, working directly with clients, and contributing meaningfully to complex, real-world projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and financings
• Advise developers and investors on common and preferred equity investments, joint ventures, and development projects
• Represent lenders in real property secured transactions
• Draft, negotiate, and review leases, purchase agreements, loan documents, and related transactional materials
• Counsel clients on zoning, entitlement, and land use matters, including zoning appeals
• Assist with property tax assessments and workforce housing agreements
• Manage and close transactions independently while collaborating with senior attorneys as needed

What We're Looking For :

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Eligibility for admission to the South Carolina State Bar (preferred)
• Minimum of five years of experience in commercial real estate law
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage and close complex transactions
• Strong experience in real estate finance, zoning, entitlement, and land use
• Experience negotiating joint ventures and representing developers, lenders, and institutional clients is highly preferred
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client management skills

Why You Should Join :

This firm offers more than just high-quality legal work-it provides an environment where attorneys can build long-term careers while maintaining balance and professional satisfaction.

• Sophisticated Work: Handle complex, high-impact real estate transactions for a wide range of prominent clients across industries.
• Autonomy with Support: Take ownership of matters while benefiting from the guidance of experienced colleagues and a collaborative team culture.
• Career Growth: Work within a well-established real estate practice that values mentorship, professional development, and advancement.
• People-First Culture: Join a firm that prioritizes inclusion, collaboration, and respect, with a strong commitment to its attorneys and the broader community.
• Regional Strength, National Reach: Be part of a firm with deep roots in the Southeast and a national reputation for excellence.

Compensation & Benefits:

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support attorneys both professionally and personally, including:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple health insurance plan options, including an HSA
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Telehealth services

Financial Security

• Cash Balance Pension Plan (for members) or Flexible Spending Accounts (for non-members)
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Financial Wellness Program

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