Senior Real Estate Attorney / Partner Opportunity – Seattle $200,000+ Compensation | Hybrid | No Portable Book Required
We Are Legal Revolution · Seattle, WA
- On site
- Full-time
- $200,000 / year
- Seattle, WA
Job highlights
- Handle sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.
- Partnership track with no book of business needed.
- Lower billable hours and strong support provided.
- Family-oriented culture with high retention.
- Mentoring junior attorneys and leading practice group.
About the role
Senior Real Estate Attorney / Partner Opportunity – Seattle
A nationally recognized boutique firm in Seattle is looking to add a Senior Real Estate Transactional Attorney to step into an established practice and work alongside one of the strongest construction and real estate teams in the Pacific Northwest.
This is a particularly unique opportunity for someone who wants:
- Sophisticated transactional work
- Partnership trajectory without needing a book of business
- Lower billable expectations than many larger platforms
- A collaborative, long-term environment with genuine mentorship and retention
Why attorneys are interested in this opportunity:
- Nationally recognized construction & real estate practice
- Hybrid flexibility (3 days in-office with autonomy)
- Tight-knit team with strong paralegal and partner support
- Family-oriented culture with excellent attorney retention
- Existing workflow and client continuity from a retiring partner
- 1,750 billable target with bonus eligibility at 1,850
The role will involve:
- Commercial real estate transactions
- Leasing, HOA, landlord-tenant, and development matters
- Corporate transactional work including acquisitions and mergers
- Mentoring junior attorneys and helping lead the practice group
Requirements:
- 8–10+ years of real estate transactional experience
- Washington Bar admission
- Strong drafting and negotiation background
- Experience handling sophisticated commercial matters independently
Compensation & Benefits:
- Approximately $200k+ DOE
- 401(k) match
- Firm-paid medical/dental/vision/disability
- CLEs, bar dues, WFH equipment, and cell phone covered
This is an excellent fit for a senior attorney seeking sophisticated work, stability, mentorship, and a genuine long-term home without the pressure of bringing a portable book. Feel free to message me directly for a confidential discussion.
Key skills/competency
- Real Estate Transactions
- Commercial Real Estate
- Leasing
- HOA Law
- Landlord-Tenant Law
- Real Estate Development
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Corporate Law
- Legal Practice Management
- Attorney Mentorship
Skills & topics
- Senior Real Estate Attorney
- Real Estate Transactions
- Commercial Real Estate
- Leasing
- HOA Law
- Landlord-Tenant Law
- Real Estate Development
- Corporate Law
- Mergers
- Acquisitions
- Washington Bar
- Attorney
- Legal
- Law Firm
- Seattle
- Hybrid
- Partnership
- Transactional Law
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 8-10+ years of real estate transactional experience and Washington Bar admission.
- Showcase expertise: Emphasize strong drafting, negotiation, and independent handling of commercial matters.
- Demonstrate fit: Align your experience with sophisticated work, mentorship, and collaborative environments.
- Direct outreach: Message directly for a confidential discussion about this unique partner opportunity.
Technical preparation
Master complex real estate transactional documents.,Practice drafting and negotiation skills extensively.,Study recent commercial real estate trends.,Review case law on landlord-tenant matters.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex real estate deal you led.,How do you mentor junior attorneys effectively?,How do you handle client relationships and expectations?,Discuss your approach to collaborative teamwork.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the billable hour expectation for a Senior Real Estate Attorney at this firm?
- The Senior Real Estate Attorney role has a 1,750 billable hour target, with bonus eligibility beginning at 1,850 hours. This is noted as lower than many larger firms, suggesting a balanced approach to workload.
- Is a portable book of business required for this Partner Opportunity?
- No, a portable book of business is not required for this Senior Real Estate Attorney / Partner Opportunity. The firm emphasizes a partnership trajectory without this prerequisite.
- What type of real estate matters will a Senior Real Estate Attorney handle?
- The role involves sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including leasing, HOA matters, landlord-tenant issues, and development. Corporate transactional work such as acquisitions and mergers is also included.
- What kind of mentorship and support can I expect as a Senior Real Estate Attorney?
- Attorneys can expect genuine mentorship and support from a tight-knit team, including strong paralegal and partner support. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior attorneys.
- Does the firm offer flexibility in work arrangement for a Senior Real Estate Attorney?
- Yes, the firm offers hybrid flexibility, allowing attorneys to work 3 days in-office with autonomy, balancing collaboration with personal flexibility.
- What are the benefits offered to a Senior Real Estate Attorney?
- Benefits include a 401(k) match, firm-paid medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as coverage for CLEs, bar dues, WFH equipment, and cell phone expenses.
- What is the typical career path for a Senior Real Estate Attorney at this firm?
- This role offers a partnership trajectory, indicating a clear path for career advancement within the firm, focusing on growth and long-term contribution.