Real Estate / Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate / Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney to join a prestigious global law firm's highly regarded Real Estate practice in Pittsburgh. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level associate with 4–6 years of experience handling sophisticated commercial real estate and real estate finance transactions. The successful candidate will work on high-value acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, development, financing, and other complex real estate matters while collaborating with experienced attorneys on a national and global platform.

ResponsibilitiesCommercial Real Estate Transactions

• Handle a broad range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, development, and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, financing documents, and related transaction agreements.
• Assist with transaction structuring, due diligence, and closing coordination.
• Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to clients throughout all stages of a transaction.

Due Diligence & Risk Analysis

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of title, survey, zoning, lease, and other real estate due diligence materials.
• Identify legal, financial, and operational risks affecting commercial real estate transactions.
• Prepare due diligence reports and develop practical risk mitigation strategies.

Transaction Management & Client Service

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on active matters.
• Coordinate with attorneys, lenders, consultants, title companies, and other transaction participants.
• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining deadlines and ensuring high-quality work product.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support the development of collaborative deal teams.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Pennsylvania bar admission or eligibility for admission.
• 4–6 years of commercial real estate and/or real estate finance experience at a law firm.
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating commercial real estate transaction documents.
• Strong understanding of title, survey, zoning, leasing, financing, and property rights.
• Experience managing sophisticated commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with demonstrated leadership potential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value commercial real estate and finance transactions within a nationally recognized practice.
• Collaborative culture with exceptional mentorship, professional development, and long-term career advancement opportunities on a global platform.