Estate Associate Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Build Deals That Matter in a Business‑Focused Practice
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Salary: $135,000 - $200,000 per year
A bit about us:
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We are a business-focused law firm that advises organizations and individuals on legal issues that arise throughout a company’s life cycle. Our work includes operational matters, transactions, disputes, and periods of transition, with an emphasis on practical judgment and clear guidance. We act as counselors, taking time to understand how our clients operate and what they need to move forward. By focusing on efficiency, clarity, and thoughtful problem-solving, we help clients navigate complexity while using their legal resources in a deliberate and effective way.
Why join us?
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We offer a collaborative environment where lawyers are given meaningful responsibility and trusted to exercise judgment early in their careers. Our teams are lean, allowing for direct client interaction and hands-on experience across all stages of a matter. We value clear thinking, practical solutions, and respectful communication. Mentorship is built into daily work, not rigid hierarchy, and we support professional growth alongside balance and sustainability. For attorneys seeking substantive work in a collegial setting, we provide a place to build a long-term practice.
Job Details
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We are a boutique business law firm continuing to expand our transactional practice and are seeking an associate with 3–7 years of experience to join our team. Our practice is heavily focused on commercial real estate transactions, with additional exposure to broader corporate matters.
This role is primarily centered on real estate work, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing. Associates on our team are given meaningful responsibility and direct client interaction, with the opportunity to take ownership of transactions and work closely with experienced attorneys in a collaborative, hands-on environment.
We are looking for someone whose core practice area is commercial real estate, with the ability and interest to support general corporate transactional matters as needed.
Responsibilities
Lead and support commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions of real estate assets
Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, and related transactional documents for both buyers and sellers
Assist with real estate financing matters, including drafting and reviewing loan documents and coordinating with lenders
Manage due diligence for real estate transactions, including title, survey, and related documentation
Coordinate transaction timelines and work directly with clients, lenders, brokers, and opposing counsel
Support general corporate transactional matters, including business acquisitions and financings, as needed
Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to clients across transactions
Qualifications
3–7 years of experience with a core focus on commercial real estate transactions
Demonstrated experience handling acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and/or real estate financing matters
Strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly with purchase and sale agreements and lease agreements
Experience working with both buyers and sellers in real estate transactions
Ability to manage multiple deals simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school
Admission to practice in Massachusetts or have the ability to waive in
Strong organizational and time management skills
Client-facing communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Ability to take ownership of transactions and work independently
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