Posted: 09-Jun-25
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Type: Full Time
Salary: $255,000 - $325,000 annually
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The Charleston office of Moore & Van Allen is seeking a Mid-Level Real Estate Associate to join our dynamic team. We are looking for a candidate with a robust background in commercial real estate law and a proven history of successfully representing clients in a variety of real estate transactions and legal matters.
In this role, you will represent clients in acquisitions, dispositions, financings, common and preferred equity investments, leases, development, zoning matters, ownership, joint ventures and corporate governance. You will provide legal counsel to developers, investors and represent lenders in real property secured financings. Additionally, you will negotiate and draft agreements for various real estate transactions and represent clients in zoning appeals, property tax assessments, and workforce housing agreements.
The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school, be eligible for admission to the South Carolina Bar, and demonstrate the ability to independently manage and close complex real estate transactions. A minimum of five years of experience in commercial real estate law is required. Strong expertise in real estate finance, zoning, entitlement, and land use is essential. Experience negotiating joint ventures, and representing developers, lenders, and institutional clients is preferred.
- Juris Doctor degree (or equivalent degree)
- Admission to the South Carolina State Bar preferred.
- We are committed to supporting our attorneys in achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits program offers a range of options to promote your well-being and professional growth.
- Health and Wellness: We provide multiple health insurance plans, including a Health Savings Account option. You'll also have access to dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, as well as telehealth services.
- Financial Security: Enjoy a Cash Balance Pension Plan (for members) or Flexible Spending Accounts (for non-members), Life Insurance, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. We also offer Short & Long Term Disability coverage and a Financial Wellness Program to help you plan for the future.
- Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of our Maternal/Paternal Parental Leave policy, generous Holiday and Vacation Pay, and Bereavement Leave. We also prioritize your overall well-being with a Body Wellness Program and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Relocation & Bar Support: We reimburse reasonable relocation expenses and cover bar application and review costs to help make your transition to Moore & Van Allen as smooth as possible.
ABOUT MOORE & VAN ALLEN
Moore & Van Allen is more than just a law firm—we're a strategic partner invested in our clients' success. Consistently ranked in the Am Law 200, we've been delivering innovative legal solutions since 1945. Our commitment goes beyond traditional legal services; we champion our clients' ideas, values, and aspirations, ensuring they receive clear perspectives and unexpected solutions to their complex challenges.
This unwavering client focus has fueled our growth into one of the largest law firms in the Southeast. With a team of over 400 talented attorneys and professionals, we offer expertise in over 90 areas of practice, serving clients across the nation and around the globe. From Fortune 500 companies and financial institutions to healthcare innovators and technology leaders, our clients benefit from our strategic and innovative approach to high-stakes business transactions, intricate legal matters, and complex disputes.
Our seven decades of experience are the foundation of our value. We're a nationally recognized firm with a vibrant, inclusive culture and a deep commitment to our community. We understand that true success comes from the power of collaboration and the strength of ideas.
The successful candidate will possess a JD with commercial real estate experience; specifically, experience in structuring, negotiating, and documenting commercial real estate transactions. Must have strong communication and problem-solving skills, work independently, be professional, self-motivated and a team player with strong MS Outlook, Word and Excel skills.