Job Description

Associate, Real Estate

Our Firm

White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients solve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.

With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.

It’s not only our global network of offices, but also the global interconnectedness of the firm that our people and our clients value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries, which is one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work, as well as a diverse group of people.

Our lawyers think globally and are enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our firm and it is one of the reasons we have received numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.

Our Practice

The real estate team at White & Case is a group of top-notch professionals. We offer a dynamic business approach, innovative solutions, deep engagement in client matters and efficient communication. Our specialist knowledge covers the full range of real estate matters, including corporate real estate and joint ventures, tax-intensive transactions and structures, financing, real estate projects and portfolio management.

Duties and Responsibilities

□ Assist in drafting and reviewing real estate contracts, including purchase agreements, leases, and construction contracts;

□ Conduct legal research and due diligence for real estate transactions;

□ Consult on construction processes, including financing and administrative issues;

□ Support senior lawyers in client meetings and negotiations;

□ Prepare legal opinions and memoranda on various real estate matters;

□ Contribute to the development of client relationships and business development initiatives.

Qualifications

□ 1-2 years of real estate experience in a law firm;

□ In the process of bar training for the legal advisor or advocate profession (first year);

□ Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity;

□ Attention to detail;

□ Commercial/business awareness;

□ Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal;

□ Able to prioritize and multi-task particularly when working under pressure to meet tight deadlines;

□ Driven to achieve professional growth with a strong professional presence.

We Offer

□ Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile real estate transactions;

□ Exposure to international clients and cross-border matters;

□ Work in a supportive, well-integrated and professional team;

□ Competitive salary and benefits as we value your work and time;

□ Hybrid work: at least 4 days in the office and 1 day at home (Friday)

Location

□ This role is based in Warsaw.

Equal Opportunities

White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you.

The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies.