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Real Estate Associate Attorney

Orion Placement


Job Location:

Washington D.C., DC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 215000 - 250000
Posted: 25 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 22 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Pay: $215000.00 - $250000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a highly regarded real estate practice handling sophisticated commercial transactions in a major market
  • Gain hands-on experience across acquisitions dispositions development leasing and complex mixed-use projects
  • Work closely with experienced partners who provide real mentorship and direct client exposure
  • Build a strong foundation in regulatory and local real estate matters that materially impact deals
  • Competitive compensation with bonus and profit-sharing eligibility and a clear path for growth

Location

Washington D.C. Hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office supporting collaboration and flexibility.

Note

This role requires an active bar license in Washington D.C. Maryland or Virginia and at least 1 year of commercial real estate transactional experience.

About Us

We are a nationally respected real estate practice known for handling complex high-profile commercial matters with a practical business-focused approach. Our culture is collegial and collaborative with an emphasis on mentoring professional growth and meaningful client relationships. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Support and lead commercial real estate transactions including acquisitions dispositions and development
  • Draft and negotiate purchase agreements leases and related transaction documents
  • Work on mixed-use condominium and multifamily projects
  • Advise on regulatory and local real estate matters such as TOPA ROFRs and rent control
  • Collaborate directly with partners and clients throughout the transaction lifecycle

Qualifications

  • 1 years of commercial real estate transactional experience
  • Experience with acquisitions dispositions leasing or development matters
  • Strong drafting communication and analytical skills
  • Excellent academic credentials and attention to detail
  • Active bar license in DC MD or VA

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be part of a supportive high-caliber team that values collaboration over hierarchy and invests in your long-term success. The work is sophisticated and engaging and the environment encourages learning ownership and professional advancement.

JPC-1320

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: D.C. Maryland or Virginia bar license. 1-6 yr associate. 1 yrs exp in commercial real estate transactions

  • Nice to haves:

  • Preferred Years as Associate: 1-6

  • Additional context: Relocation- no. Packages - no

  • Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

  • 2 years experience: $215000$225000

  • 34 years experience: $225000$240000

  • 56 years experience: $240000$250000

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Quick Recruiter Reference

Junior to mid-level real estate associate in DC. Focus on commercial transactions development and regulatory real estate matters. Strong mentorship client exposure and competitive compensation.

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  • Client job title: Real Estate Associate Attorney

  • Location: Washington DC

  • On-site hybrid remote: Hybrid

  • Experience: 1-6

  • Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Real Estate Associate Attorney Commercial Real Estate Attorney Real Estate Transactions Associate Real Estate Development Attorney

  • # of hires needed: 1

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  • Job posting strategy (bottom of package details): Atty 1-6 yrs DC