Attorney - Hospitality & Leisure

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

We invite talented associates with 2-4 years of real estate or transactional experience to become a key member of our clients nationally top-ranked, internationally acclaimed Hospitality & Leisure practice. Work from our Chicago, Phoenix, New York or Washington, D.C. office and immerse yourself in a practice recognized as the gold standard in the industry.

You'll work side by side with industry-leading partners and associates in a dynamic, team-oriented atmosphere. As the preeminent law firm in the United States for Hospitality and Leisure, our client has earned the prestigious "Band 1" ranking in Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business every year since 2007.

From renowned owners and investors to developers, operators, and financial institutions, our client is trusted to handle the most sophisticated hotel mixed-use and other real estate and corporate transactions. You'll work together with colleagues across disciplines and geographies and advise some of the most distinguished names in the industry, delivering best-in-class service on every deal.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work on matters across the globe
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, hotel management, license and franchise agreements, joint venture agreements, and more
• Advise on financing, including negotiation of loan documents and related deliverables
• Manage deal closings from start to finish
• Conduct due diligence and handle all aspects of transactional work

MUST HAVE:

• 2 - 4 years of legal experience in real estate/transactional work (hospitality industry experience is a plus)
• Previous law firm experience (large and sophisticated deal experience preferred)
• Must be licensed to practice law and be in good standing in the state where the hired candidate will be practicing. Washington, DC candidates may also be licensed in any US state or territory if they are also eligible to waive into the Washington DC Bar pursuant to DC Court of Appeals Rule 49 and agree to apply for an Exception to admission