Job Description

Job ID: 374983

Practice area:- Real Estate - Commercial Transactions,Real Estate - Development/Dirt law,Real Estate - General,Real Estate - Leasing

Senior Real Estate Attorney – Entrepreneurial Growth Role | Austin, TX

A mid-sized, well-established Texas-based law firm is seeking a Senior Real Estate Attorney to join its Austin office. This role is ideal for entrepreneurial attorneys with 5–12 years of experience and a portable book of business (minimum $200,000) who want to lead complex transactions and actively shape a thriving practice.

The firm offers a collaborative environment focused on strategic growth and client development, providing partners and senior attorneys with the tools to build cross-functional client relationships across Texas and beyond.

This mid-sized Texas firm handles a wide variety of transactional and litigation matters, and it has a long history of providing its clients with quality legal representation. It represents some of the largest corporations in Texas, and it is well connected in the state's politics. The firm limits its associate hiring, so all associates have the opportunity to make partner and are not forced to compete with each other.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Represent developers, investors, buyers, and sellers in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing

• Provide counsel on commercial loan transactions and real estate finance

• Advise on land use issues, zoning regulations, entitlements, and environmental compliance

• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, leases, easements, and development contracts

• Provide legal support to homeowner associations (HOAs) on governance and dispute resolution

• Collaborate with attorneys across practices to enhance service offerings and cross-sell legal capabilities

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Qualifications:

• 5–12 years of experience in real estate law, preferably in Texas

• Minimum $200,000 in portable business

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage transactions and client matters

• Texas Bar admission and active license in good standing

• Strong interest in growing a practice in a team-oriented firm

Education & Certification:

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school

• Licensed to practice in Texas

Skills:

• Proficient in real estate drafting and negotiation

• Strong interpersonal and business development skills

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on expanding client relationships

• Ability to manage high-volume, deadline-driven projects effectively

• Team-first approach with strategic collaboration across departments

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Culture & Firm Appeal:

This Texas-based firm is known for its strong presence in commercial real estate law and a culture rooted in mentorship and internal promotion. Associates and partners alike are empowered to pursue leadership roles and build long-term client relationships without internal competition.

Attorneys enjoy access to high-quality work, a clear path to partnership, and a balanced work environment that prioritizes collegiality and career satisfaction. The firm maintains deep political and corporate ties throughout Texas, offering a robust platform for growth.

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• Opportunity to lead and grow a practice within a well-connected, collaborative firm

• Direct access to a loyal client base across development, investment, and land use sectors

• Clear advancement track with firm-wide support for business development

• Attractive compensation tied to book of business and firm contributions

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