Real Estate l Counsel

Job Description

We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients.

Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking a lawyer to join the Real Estate practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in representing leading renewable energy clients in a wide range of property development matters. Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. We require excellent writing and communication skills, a strong attention to detail, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service. At least seven years of legal experience in real estate is required. Experience in title matters is a must, and experience with renewable energy development is preferred.This opening is for a non-partnership track position.

Position Information: This role offers a dynamic and rewarding career path within a prestigious global law firm, ideal for professionals looking to make a meaningful and lasting impact. While it is not structured as a partnership-track position, the role provides significant opportunities for advancement, skill-building, and long-term career development. Growth within the firm is determined by a combination of individual performance, the firm's evolving needs, developments in the market relevant to your area of expertise, and broader economic conditions. Team members in this role are valued for their contributions and have the chance to take on increasing responsibility, expand their subject matter expertise, and build strong internal and client relationships.

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The full time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $275,000- $300,000. This range represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for the position. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed and are dependent upon individual and firm performance.

Key Requirements:

• 7-10 years of real estate experience.
• Experience with renewable energy project developments preferred.
• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, letter agreements, and other transactional real estate documents.
• Experience advising on utility-scale renewable energy projects, particularly regarding site control and title insurance.

• Experience counseling clients through purchases and leasing of real property, including working with title companies and surveyors in negotiating title insurance coverage and endorsement language and survey specifics.

• Expertise in reviewing title commitments, preparing closing instruction letters, and drafting and negotiating curative instruments to address title defects and other title issues for developers.
• Strong academic credentials, communication, and writing skills.
• Someone in our Austin, Chicago, or California offices preferred.

Additional Information:

• Work on complex real estate property development matters alongside experienced attorneys.
• Gain invaluable exposure to global legal practices and deepen your understanding of renewable energy project development matters.
• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative firm that values professional growth and excellence.

Location:This position may be based in our Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, San Antonio, San Francisco, St. Louis, or Washington, DC office. Please indicate your office(s) of interest in your application. *A remote position may be allowed for select markets. Please contact recruiting to confirm a remote position before submitting an application.*

Top 5 Reasons to Join Norton Rose Fulbright

We're committed to your professional and personal growth. Here's what sets us apart:

1. Well-Being & Inclusion

Thrive in a workplace that values a people first culture, work-life balance, and overall well-being. Enjoy:

• Carrot Fertility: Inclusive family-forming benefits for all full-time employees.
• Vacation Award: Earn a $2,500 vacation stipend after meeting billable thresholds.
• Wellness Perks: Free Peloton app membership, Lyra mental health support (8 free therapy or coaching sessions), and Spot Pet Insurance for your furry companions.

2. Growth & Career Development

Advance your career with hands-on experience, sector-specific expertise, and leadership opportunities.

• Business Development Support: Reimbursement for relationship-building activities.
• Executive Coaching: Eligible lawyers with 250+ BD hours receive firm-sponsored coaching.

3. Global Reach, Local Impact

Work on cross-border deals, international clients, and high-profile projects while making a difference in your local community.

• Pro Bono & Volunteer Time: All non-partner lawyers receive 8 hours of firm time per year for community service.

4. Collaborative Culture, World-Class Talent

Join a team that fosters mentorship, innovation, and professional excellence.

• Referral Bonus: Earn $50,000 for referring top-tier legal talent who join the firm.

5. Commitment to Innovation

Stay at the forefront of the legal industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that enhance your practice and drive success.

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Benefit packages include access to three medical plans, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Employees can also access pre-tax benefits such as health savings and flexible spending accounts. Norton Rose Fulbright helps provide financial security by allowing employees to participate in a 401(k) savings plan and profit-sharing plans if eligible. Full- time employees are eligible to access fertility benefits designed to support fertility and family-forming journeys.

In addition to the Firm's health and welfare benefits above, we offer a competitive paid time off plan, which provides a minimum of 20 days off based on your role and tenure with the firm. The firm offers a generous paid parental leave benefit allowing parents to take a minimum of 14 weeks of paid leave to bond with your newborn, or adopted child(ren). Employees are also entitled to 11 Firm holidays.

Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with all applicable federal laws and their implementing regulations that require the collection and recording of certain data and information. The information we receive will not be used to make any decision regarding employment and will be kept separate from your application. Similarly, self-identification information is kept confidential and used only in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.Norton Rose Fulbright is committed to providing reasonable accommodation as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation to complete your application, please contact us.hr@nortonrosefulbright.com. Please provide your contact information and a description of your accessibility issue. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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