Associate Attorney - Commercial Real Estate

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We provide full-time employees with a competitive salary, health and retirement benefits, including 401(k) with firm match, the opportunity for professional development, and subsidized gym membership opportunities. Other benefits you can expect: 9 paid holidays Paid personal leave Monthly birthday/anniversary employee celebrations Health and wellness learning opportunities Onsite massages through payroll deduction Annual firm family day Charitable/volunteer opportunities Other holiday parties and events Subsidized gym memberships Back to Job Openings Associate Attorney - Commercial Real Estate APPLY SHARE New posting! We are seeking a commercial transactional attorney to join our Real Estate section. This attorney will have the opportunity to continue growing their practice while benefiting from an already established list of clients. A successful candidate will have at least 3 years of experience with transactional commercial real estate in some or all of the following areas: organizational structuring, financing/investment, VC arrangements, leasing, land use and zoning, acquisitions/dispositions, construction, commercial lending, and tax. **This role is based in our Chattanooga, TN office. Candidates must be willing to commute or relocate to be considered. Please submit a copy of your resume and law school transcript for consideration. Roles and Responsibilities Draft and negotiate leases, purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, easements, covenants, and restriction agreements (or similar title agreements), amendments to any of the foregoing, etc. for commercial real estate transactions. Engage in due diligence related to real estate transactions and otherwise shepherd a deal from agreement to closing, including tracking critical dates, reviewing title and survey and environmental reports, and preparing and negotiating closing documents. Facilitate closings and complete post-closing documentation and administration. Draft and review complex operating agreements or bylaws, shareholders’ agreements, property management agreements, master service and service level agreements, indemnity agreements, and other client contracts. Draft and negotiate loan documents (if applicable). Coordinate with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals and staff members. Effectively organize and maintain client files. Skills and Competencies Minimum 3 years job experience as an attorney with commercial and transactional experience. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent legal research and writing skills. Strong verbal and written communication to effectively advocate for and work with various types of clients is vital. Willing to pitch in, collaborate, and support growing practice group in a fast-paced growing market. Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise. Able to meet strict deadlines under significant time pressure. Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities. Education Requirements: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Admission to at least one state bar in the relevant jurisdiction and the ability to seek admission in Tennessee. With client service being a critical focus for the firm, the candidate will be expected to provide top-notch service, including thoughtful and responsive guidance to clients and an excellent work product. In addition, we expect a high level of professionalism, integrity, and ability to work with a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team. We place a large emphasis on our culture and providing an innovative, fun, and collaborative work environment. Chambliss is committed to being one of the best law firms to work for in our region. We are actively searching for highly qualified people to work as attorneys, legal assistants, and support staff personnel. Chambliss strives to attract a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. **We ARE NOT utilizing outside agencies for this role. Please DO NOT SOLICIT.** APPLY Primary Sidebar Lateral Lawyers Career Sidebar THE PEOPLE. When asked “why work at Chambliss,” we often hear “the people.” Focused on client service, innovation, and professionalism, we actively seek highly qualified attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and support personnel. 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