Joint Venture Equity Associate Attorney - Charlotte

Pernini Legal, LLCCharlotte, NC, US

30+ days ago

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Full-time

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Job description

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - JOINT VENTURE EQUITY / REAL ESTATE

Global Finance Practice Group

Location : Charlotte, NC

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O ur client, a global AmLaw 50 firm , is seeking a talented and intellectually curious Associate Attorney with substantial real estate joint venture experience to join its elite Global Finance practice . This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated equity transactions, acquisitions, and borrower-side financings with some of the most prominent players in the commercial real estate and private equity space.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record .

Active Bar Admission in North Carolina , in good standing.

5+ years of substantive experience in real estate law , including significant exposure to joint venture agreements and borrower-side financings .

Demonstrated experience advising on acquisitions , dispositions , and fund-level transactions involving institutional asset managers and private equity sponsors.

Highly capable of managing complex deal documentation independently.

Experience with REITs , leasing , and inbound investments is a plus .

Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Soft Skills : Strong legal writing, communication, and problem-solving skills, with an exceptional attention to detail, are essential. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, a proactive worker, and a collaborative team member.

Key Responsibilities

Advise institutional investors , fund sponsors , and private equity clients on a wide range of real estate investments and joint venture equity arrangements .

Draft and negotiate complex joint venture , financing , and acquisition agreements across various asset classes .

Manage transactions from initial structuring through closing , working closely with clients, opposing counsel, and internal deal teams.

Support clients through the lifecycle of real estate investments , including restructurings, asset management issues, and exit strategies.

Coordinate with colleagues across finance, tax, and corporate practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.

Why Join Us?

This is a premier opportunity to join a Chambers- and Legal 500-recognized real estate and finance practice , known for its innovative structuring and representation of institutional investors and private equity sponsors. The team is collaborative, fast-paced, and deeply invested in associate development. Attorneys are given early responsibility, high-impact work, and mentorship from top-ranked partners. If you're looking to expand your experience in real estate private equity with a leading platform and a dynamic, collegial team, this is the place to grow your career .

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary : $365,000+ , commensurate with experience and class year.

Comprehensive Benefits Package : Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, extensive emotional health resource programs, social connectedness programs, 401(k) and retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, family concierge, commuter benefits, relocation allowance, professional development resources, and additional perks.

Application Requirements :

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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