Real Estate Associate

About the role

Goodspeed Merrill is a fast-growing law firm focused on helping business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors. They are seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Real Estate Law practice.

Responsibilities

• Execute projects in a timely and professional manner.
• Build and nurture positive relationships with clients and team members.
• Plan and accomplish goals with creativity and latitude while performing a variety of tasks under the general supervision of a partner or senior attorney.
• Utilize experience with land use, multi/planned use development, and entitlement work to support ongoing firm projects.
• Apply excellent drafting and analytical skills to formulate, evaluate, and execute legal strategies and solutions for clients.
• Operate as a determined, professional, and proactive attorney, ensuring all matters are handled with a well-informed and attentive approach.
• Manage commercial acquisitions and dispositions, including the detailed review and negotiation of title and surveys, and the handling of commercial leasing for office, warehouse, and retail properties.
• Draft covenants and legal documentation related to commercial development, land use, and complex real estate transactions.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of relevant real estate experience.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado.
• Desire for a long-term rewarding career.
• Client-first mindset and willingness to put in extra effort as client priorities dictate.
• Embrace a culture of high achievement by delivering exceptional work while actively engaging with and supporting your colleagues.
• Someone who thrives in a dynamic environment by remaining flexible and responsive to the shifting demands of a growing firm.
• A team player with a "no task too small" attitude.

Culture Fit

To apply, please complete the Culture Index Assessment linked here: Gsmooth Merrill. It typically takes 5-8 minutes to complete.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $139,000 - $164,000 (commensurate with experience).
• Quarterly Bonus Potential - from 3% to 16% of total realized revenue with no billable hour requirements.
• Bonuses are tied to clear objective metrics, offering substantial earning potential for high performers.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Life, and Hospital Indemnity insurance.
• Attorney Student Loan Support Program (financial assistance toward student loans).
• 401(k) plan - with Employer matching up to 3.5%.
• Discretionary Paid Time Off.
• Holiday pay (9 days / year).
• State Bar dues and CLEs.
• Professional Growth - Opportunities for advancement in a growing firm.

Legal Disclaimer

Goodspeed Merrill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Qualified applicants are provided with an equal opportunity and selection decisions are based on job-related factors.