Description:
Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Corporate and Real Estate Associate Attorney to join our team. This position requires a blend of expertise in corporate and real estate law, offering legal advice, drafting transactional documents, handling transactions and closings, and providing exceptional service to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal analysis, contract negotiation, and a keen understanding of the corporate and real estate sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents related to corporate and real estate transactions, including leases, purchase agreements, financing agreements, and corporate governance documents.
- Provide legal advice to clients on matters involving corporate structure, mergers and acquisitions, commercial leases, property acquisitions and sales, and real estate development.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on various corporate and real estate issues to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff to manage case files and ensure timely progress.
- Represent the firm and its clients in negotiations, mediations, and transactional meetings.
- Keep clients informed of case developments and legal options.
- Participate in business development activities to attract new clients and expand the firm's corporate and real estate practice areas.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Maine with good standing in the state bar association.
- 1-3 years of experience in corporate law and real estate law preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate
- Strong understanding of the legal framework governing corporate and real estate matters.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to high quality legal work.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with real estate and corporate document drafting
- Experience with residential and commercial real estate closings
- Proficiency in legal research software and tools.
- Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Candidates with an interest in litigation are also encouraged to apply.
