Job Description
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Real Estate/Family Office Associate to join its Investment Strategies & Capital Solutions group in the Fort Worth office. This is a premier opportunity for a mid-level attorney with transactional experience to work with a nationally recognized team advising high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional investors on complex real estate and investment matters. Key Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements for commercial real estate transactions.
Represent real estate sponsors in transactions involving:
Debt financing
Joint venture structuring
Offering documentation
Transactional closings
Advise clients on post-acquisition asset management, including leasing, property management, and loan modifications.
Represent sponsors and equity investors in various investment structures and joint ventures.
Counsel single- and multi-family offices on structuring, succession planning, governance, and complex transactions involving real estate and capital investment.
Qualifications
Required:
Minimum of 2 years of relevant transactional experience, ideally including real estate.
JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
Active membership in the Texas Bar.
Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred:
Previous law firm or judicial clerkship experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex subject matter with confidence and precision.
A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and entrepreneurial drive to support and grow a national practice.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary and bonus structure, commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and paid time off.
Opportunity to work in a collegial environment with high-level mentorship and long-term career development.
Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit the following:
Cover letter
Resume
Deal sheet
Law school transcript