Description
Commercial Real Estate Litigation Associate
Location: Miami, Florida (Hybrid)
Experience: 4+ Years
Compensation: $270,000–$455,000, based on class year and experience
About the Opportunity
Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law firm, is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded Real Estate Capital Markets practice in Miami, Florida. We are representing the firm's search for an experienced litigation attorney who is interested in handling sophisticated commercial real estate disputes in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will have experience representing clients in commercial landlord-tenant disputes, commercial foreclosure litigation, and other complex real estate litigation matters. This role offers significant client exposure, challenging litigation work, and excellent long-term career growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in commercial real estate litigation matters, including landlord-tenant disputes and commercial foreclosure actions.
- Handle all phases of litigation, including case strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, hearings, and courtroom appearances.
- Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
- Prepare and serve commercial landlord-tenant predicate notices and related court filings.
- Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive legal memoranda and briefs.
- Manage electronic discovery (e-discovery) and document review.
- Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams to efficiently manage complex litigation matters.
- Maintain organized case files and effectively manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced practice.
Qualifications
- At least 4 years of commercial litigation experience.
- Experience with motion practice, discovery (including e-discovery), and courtroom advocacy.
- Commercial landlord-tenant litigation experience, including preparation and service of predicate notices and court pleadings.
- Commercial foreclosure litigation experience is preferred; candidates with a strong interest in learning this practice area are also encouraged to apply.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills, including familiarity with New York citation formatting.
- Excellent drafting, organizational, and time management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Active Florida Bar license or ability to become licensed in Florida prior to hire.
- Must reside in or relocate to the Miami, Florida area before the start date.
Work Environment
This is a hybrid position requiring attorneys to work in the Miami office at least three days per week. The firm values collaboration and believes in-person interaction fosters mentorship, professional development, and exceptional client service.
Application Requirements
Candidates must submit the following for consideration:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Law School Transcript (required for client submission)
Billable Requirement
- 2,000 billable hours annually
Compensation
Compensation is competitive and based on class year:
- 3rd Year Associate: $270,000
- 4th Year Associate: $320,000
- 5th Year Associate: $375,000
- 6th Year Associate: $400,000
- 7th Year Associate: $440,000
- 8th Year Associate: $455,000
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package is designed to support employees both professionally and personally and includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including coverage for domestic partners)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Dependent Care FSA
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Health advocacy services
- Behavioral health and counseling resources for employees and their families
- Backup dependent care and senior care planning support
- Resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers
- Paid holidays
- Generous paid time off, including paid parental leave
This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney seeking sophisticated commercial real estate matters, a collaborative team environment, and a clear path for professional growth within a nationally recognized practice.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
Pay:$270,000.00 - $455,000.00
