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 highly skilled senior associate to join our nationally recognized Real Estate practice. This position offers the opportunity to step into sophisticated, high-impact work for premier clients while benefiting from robust resources, mentorship, and cross-office collaboration throughout the Firm.

You will represent developers, owners, investors, REITs, lenders, and corporate occupiers in complex transactions across asset classes, including industrial, office, retail, multifamily, mixed-use, community facilities, and data center projects.

Your core responsibilities will include:

Drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases (including ground and triple-net), build-to-suit leases, development agreements, joint venture documentation, and related real estate contracts.
Leading due diligence, including title and survey review, and zoning and land use analyses.
Coordinating and closing acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and development transactions.
Managing workstreams, mentoring junior lawyers, and ensuring timely, high-quality client 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 and gain hands‑on responsibility with direct client contact, supported by partners who invest in your growth. You'll also leverage a global platform to develop cross‑disciplinary skills and build relationships across offices and practice areas. If you thrive on complex transactions, client-facing responsibility, and collaborative teamwork – and you want a platform that will accelerate your development – we welcome your application to Dentons' Real Estate practice.

Pursuant with states' laws, the salary range for this position is $345,000 to $440,000, and is based on location and experience. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled; there is no specific deadline to apply. 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 demonstrated commitment to outstanding client service
Proven ability to manage multiple matters and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
A proactive, mentoring mindset and collaborative approach

Technical skills:

At least 10 years of sophisticated real estate transactional experience
Proven track record leading acquisitions and dispositions, build-to-suit leasing for industrial and data center assets, and negotiating ground leases and complex commercial leases, including exposure to zoning and entitlements
Demonstrated experience coordinating closings, overseeing due diligence, and negotiating complex documentation
Experience at a major law firm with a national practice is required
Experience mentoring junior lawyers is preferred

Other Requirements:

Must be licensed to practice law and be in good standing in the state where the hired candidate will be practicing. Washington, DC candidates may also be licensed in any US state or territory if they are also eligible to waive into the Washington DC Bar pursuant to DC Court of Appeals Rule 49 and agree to apply for an Exception to Admission
Submission of a resume 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.

How to Apply:
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If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 404-527-4061 or email takara.hicks@dentons.com.