Description:

Culture and Engagement at Dentons
Fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture is a core priority at Dentons. We are committed to creating an environment that values and respects the contributions of all colleagues. By attracting, supporting, promoting and retaining highly qualified individuals of various backgrounds and experiences, we strengthen our ability to provide innovative solutions, deliver exceptional client service, and advance the success of our Firm. Dentons takes an active approach to promoting a collaborative and inclusive workplace by investing in professional development and culture initiatives.

Responsibilities and practice:
Dentons US LLP is seeking a motivated junior associate to join our nationally recognized Real Estate practice. This is an opportunity to step into sophisticated, high-impact work for premier clients while benefiting from the resources, mentorship and cross-office collaboration throughout the Firm. You will work closely with partners and clients across the full real estate lifecycle, assume meaningful responsibility from day one, and help drive complex transactions to a successful close.

You will support partners and senior associates in representing lenders, investors, developers, owners and operators on a wide range of real estate and real estate finance matters across major asset classes, including office, retail, industrial, multifamily, community facility and mixed-use projects. You will contribute to drafting and reviewing transaction documents, conducting due diligence, managing workstreams and helping ensure transactions move smoothly toward closing.

Primary responsibilities will include, without limitation:

Assisting in structuring, documenting, and negotiating acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures, leasing arrangements and development projects
Drafting and reviewing loan documents, operating agreements, purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, development agreements and related contracts
Coordinating closings, including title and survey review, due diligence, zoning and land-use analysis, and entity formation
Supporting in advising on construction and development matters and supporting ongoing operational and asset management issues
Supporting team members through research, drafting, and coordinating workstreams and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables
Our fully integrated Real Estate group is known for practical counsel, commercial acumen and the ability to navigate complexity with speed and precision. At Dentons, you will:
Work on market-leading matters for sophisticated clients in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Gain hands-on responsibility with direct client contact, supported by partners who invest in your growth.
Leverage a global platform to develop cross-disciplinary skills and relationships across offices and practice areas.
Build a career with clear pathways for development, training, and mentorship.
We are looking for a proactive, business-minded associate with strong judgment and a commitment to excellence. If you thrive on complex transactions, client-facing responsibility and collaborative teamwork—and you want a platform that will accelerate your development—we would welcome your application to Dentons' Real Estate practice.

Based on years of experience, Dentons US LLP associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position Requirements:
Personal skills/attributes:

Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise and thoughtful work product
Strong analytical capabilities and comfort with complex real estate concepts and structures
Excellent interpersonal skills and a client-service mindset
Proven ability to manage multiple matters and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for working within a cohesive team

Technical skills:

1-3 years of sophisticated real estate practice experience
Experience in one or more of the following: acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing and development matters
Prior law firm experience is required
Lender-side financing experience is valued but not mandatory

Other Requirements:

Admission to, and good standing with, the State Bar of Missouri
Submission of a résumé and law school transcript with application materials

Equal opportunities:
Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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