Real Estate Finance Jobs in Arizona

Description

Squire Patton Boggs is seeking an Associate to join the Real Estate practice group in our Phoenix office.

About The Practice

Ranked as one of the top fifteen 'most powerful Real Estate Law firms' by Commercial Property Executive, our global 200-member team provides comprehensive, results-driven legal services to guide clients in all real estate sectors: office, retail, industrial, multi-family residential, health-care and hospitality through all aspects of commercial real estate activity.

Responsibilities

The individual hired for this position will support and work directly with senior level attorneys in Washington DC, Phoenix, Dallas, Tampa, and other US offices handling complex commercial real estate development and purchase and sale transactions, financing (representing both borrowers and lenders) and leasing (representing landlords and tenants). Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, easements, declarations and other development related documents
• Drafting and negotiating loan documents
• Preparing and negotiating leases in all sectors
• Closing acquisition, sale and financing transactions
• Working through complex title insurance issues
• Supervision of junior associates

The position offers the opportunity to assume significant responsibility in a collegial work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Academic And Professional Qualifications

- Possess a JD from an accredited law school and a strong academic record
- Admitted to Arizona Bar and in good standing
- Excellent credentials

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

- 3-6 years of relevant current experience working in a law firm in a transactional practice
- Strong organizational, reasoning and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Flexibility, composure and the ability to prioritize and handle urgent tasks and requests simultaneously with a high level of competence and accuracy; the ability to remain composed and professional under stressful circumstances; commitment to ethical and confidentiality requirements; strong client service skills
- Ability to work without constant supervision, demonstrating initiative in seeking work and managing work load; active in formulating and recommending projects or alternative ways to complete projects that will benefit the case/client

Application Process

In order to be considered for a position at Squire Patton Boggs, you must formally apply online. Resumes should be accompanied by unofficial law school transcript and a recent writing sample (10 pages max). Please include a cover page with your writing sample that describes the piece you are submitting and how you may have modified it from its original format.

We are not accepting third party submissions.

About Squire Patton Boggs

Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.

Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.