Commercial Real Estate Litigation Attorney

1-6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Potomac, MD, is seeking a skilled Commercial Real Estate Litigation Attorney to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling various real estate disputes, including residential construction matters. The position requires 2-4 years of general litigation experience, with a focus on real estate, excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to engage in court proceedings.

Job Details:

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other legal documents related to residential real estate disputes.
• Conduct issue-specific research tasks and prepare detailed memoranda reflecting the results.
• Review and analyze documents received from clients and other parties to assess their importance to claims and defenses.
• Interact with clients, court personnel, and witnesses throughout the litigation process.
• Assist in the preparation for and actively participate in court hearings, depositions, and trial work.
• Review agreements with homebuyers and developers to ensure legal compliance.
• Collaborate with senior-level attorneys, paralegals, and staff members in representing real estate and construction-related entities and individuals in both litigation and non-litigation matters.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience as an attorney in general litigation matters.
• Experience with residential construction litigation is preferred.
• Excellent writing and research skills, utilizing legal research databases and other resources.
• Court hearing, deposition, and trial work/experience is preferred.
• Experience handling discovery matters, including propounding and responding to requests and with ESI.
• MD Bar license required; VA and/or DC Bar license a plus.
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook is required; experience with Excel and iManage is a plus.

Job Location:

• Potomac, MD

Benefits Offered: The firm provides a hybrid working environment, exceptional long-term career opportunities with partnership potential, and a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits.

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