Real Estate Associate

At a glance

  • Location: Cleveland
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job sector: Legal
  • Salary: $220k–$250k
  • Published: July 29, 2026
A top-ranked U.S. law firm is looking for a Real Estate Associate to join its nationally recognised Real Estate team in Cleveland.
This is an opportunity to join a well-established real estate practice advising developers, investors, lenders, private equity sponsors and corporate clients on a broad range of commercial real estate transactions. The team is known for handling sophisticated matters across multiple sectors, offering associates exposure to high-value work and close collaboration with experienced lawyers.

The Role
You will advise clients on all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including:
  • Acquisitions and dispositions
  • Commercial leasing
  • Real estate finance transactions
  • Development and construction projects
  • Joint ventures and investment structures
  • Due diligence, title and survey review
  • Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, leases, loan documents and related transaction documents
Working closely with partners and clients, you’ll be involved throughout the transaction lifecycle, taking on increasing responsibility as your experience develops.

About You
The successful candidate will have:
  • Experience advising on commercial real estate transactions at a leading law firm
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills
  • Experience managing transactions from inception through to completion
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Outstanding academic credentials
  • A collaborative approach and strong commercial awareness
What’s on Offer?
  • Salary of $220k–$250k
  • Exposure to sophisticated, high-value real estate transactions
  • Early responsibility and direct client contact
  • Excellent mentoring and career development
  • A collaborative and supportive team environment
  • The opportunity to build your career within one of the country’s leading real estate practices

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