Real Estate Attorney

Job Title: Real Estate AssociateLocation: Washington, D.C.Salary: $245,000 – $365,000About the Practice:I'm partnering with a premier Real Estate group that is consistently recognized as a leading practice in Washington, D.C., with longstanding top-tier accolades for sophisticated commercial real estate work. The team serves as a trusted advisor to major institutional investors, developers, owners, lenders, and REITs, providing strategic, responsive, and innovative counsel on high-value acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures, leasing, development, and portfolio transactions across key asset classes nationwide.What You'll Be Doing:Handle acquisitions, dispositions, and financings of commercial real estate assets and portfoliosDraft and negotiate transactional documents, including purchase/sale agreements, loan documents, and JV agreementsConduct due diligence reviews, including title, survey, environmental, and zoning assessmentsStructure and close deals involving senior debt, mezzanine financing, and joint venture partnershipsManage transactions from start to finish, first-chairing smaller matters and supporting larger ones with client and team collaborationWhat They're Looking For:4–8 years of broad-based commercial real estate experience, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financingsProven track record on complex transactions; joint venture experience is a plusStrong drafting and negotiation skills with commercial transactional documentsExcellent academics, analytical abilities, communication skills, and client-focused approachDC Bar admission (or eligibility for immediate waiver)What's on Offer:Base salary $245,000–$365,000 based on experience and qualificationsOpportunity for high-visibility work with direct client interaction and deal leadershipStrong partnership track with demonstrated success in elevating talented associates to equity partnershipHands-on involvement in sophisticated, impactful commercial transactionsComprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement, profit-sharing, generous PTO, and moreIf this opportunity aligns with your background or if you'd like to discuss other confidential roles in commercial real estate, finance, or related areas, please reach out.?? Connor.parker@douglas-scott.co.uk