Juris Doctor (JD) Commercial Real Estate Associate

We are seeking a talented Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate to join the Charleston office of a fast-growing Am Law 200 firm with a nationally recognized real estate practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile, sophisticated commercial real estate transactions representing developers, investors, lenders, and institutional clients in a collaborative and high-caliber environment.
The ideal candidate is a strong transactional attorney with the ability to manage complex deals from inception through closing, working both independently and with meaningful partner support. This role offers significant responsibility, client exposure, and long-term growth within a dynamic practice.

Requirements:
Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

4+ years of commercial real estate experience at an Am Law 200 or comparable firm

Proven experience running deals with partner support

Strong background in real estate finance, development, zoning, and land use

Experience representing developers, lenders, and institutional clients

Admission to the South Carolina Bar or eligibility and willingness to obtain

Why Join

Growing Am Law 200 firm that recently climbed 10 rankings

Nationally recognized real estate finance practice

Competitive compensation with potential signing bonus

Strong work-life balance (hybrid schedule, ~1,900 billables)

Comprehensive benefits and relocation support

Benefits:
potential signing bonus
Firm: Am Law 200 Law Firm
Schedule: Hybrid | 3 days in-office | ~1,900 billable hours