3rd-5th Year Associate Attorney

Contextual Overview

Marshall Brown LLP is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join their real estate transactional practice in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on retail leasing and commercial development, involving the drafting of leases, purchase agreements, and closing documentation for high-impact projects.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Education: J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Must be licensed to practice in Illinois.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in real estate, zoning, or land use law (firm experience preferred).
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research platforms (Lexis).

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Drafting retail leases and ancillary lease documents.
• Managing commercial development tasks, including purchase agreements and title/survey reviews.
• Collaborating with partners and external stakeholders on sophisticated real estate transactions.
• Commitment to a minimum of 1,900 billable hours annually.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

• Base Salary: $170,000 - $190,000 per year.
• Benefits: Includes discretionary bonus, 401(k) match, and comprehensive health/dental plans.

Application Procedure & Required Documents

1. Visit the official LinkedIn job posting via the provided application link.
2. Prepare a list of representative transactions you have led or worked on for landlord, developer, or land use clients (Required).
3. Submit your application through the "EasyApply" portal.

FAQs

• Is this a remote role? No, this is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence in the Chicago office at least two days per week.
• Are agency submissions accepted? No, Marshall Brown LLP does not accept agency submissions for this role.