Hospitality & Leisure Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel
Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Hospitality & Leisure Associate Attorney to join a highly respected global law firm.

Locations: Chicago, New York, Phoenix, or Washington, DC

Practice Area: Hospitality & Leisure / Real Estate Transactions

Overview:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a mid-level associate to join one of the nation’s premier Hospitality & Leisure practices within a globally recognized law firm. The group is widely regarded as a market leader in hospitality-related transactions and advises sophisticated owners, investors, developers, operators, and financial institutions on complex hotel and mixed-use real estate matters across the globe.

Position Overview:
The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of real estate or transactional experience and an interest in hospitality-focused transactions. Associates in this practice work closely with industry-leading attorneys on sophisticated domestic and international deals involving hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, financings, joint ventures, and operational agreements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate hospitality and real estate transaction documents
  • Handle purchase and sale agreements, hotel management agreements, franchise and license agreements, and joint venture agreements
  • Advise clients on hospitality-related financings and loan documentation
  • Conduct due diligence and support all aspects of transaction execution
  • Manage transaction closings from inception through completion
  • Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters
  • Maintain regular client communication and support strategic transaction planning

Qualifications:

  • 2–4 years of real estate and/or transactional legal experience
  • Prior law firm experience handling sophisticated transactional matters required
  • Hospitality industry experience is a plus but not required
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills
  • Strong academic credentials and written/oral communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines in a collaborative environment
  • Active bar admission in the jurisdiction where the candidate will practice required

Compensation:
Expected salary range: $235,000 – $310,000, commensurate with experience

This role offers the opportunity to join a nationally recognized Hospitality & Leisure practice with exposure to high-profile transactions, global clients, and a highly collaborative team environment.

Posted 2026-06-20

Recommended Jobs

Senior Human Resources Manager

Continuserve
Chicago, IL

ContinuServe is seeking a Senior HR Manager to join our dynamic Not-for-Profit (NFP) HR division, serving mission-driven organizations that create real impact in their communities. If you're a strateg…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-24

Senior Director of Sales

Together For Talent
Chicago, IL

Job Description Job Description Sr Director of Sales | Enterprise SaaS Location: Fully remote (in the US) Salary: $200-250k + Commission (50/50) WHO WE ARE Headquartered in the US wi…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-04

Home Health Clinical Support RN

Hiring Healthcare Heroes
Glen Carbon, IL

Job Description Job Description We are seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable professional to join our team as a Home Health Clinical Support RN. This role is critical in offering exemplary pa…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-20

Program Manager

Wahl Clipper Corporation
Chicago, IL

Job Description Job Description Wahl Empowers People To Be Their Best! Lead Programs That Bring Ideas to Life At Wahl, innovation doesn't happen by chance-it's driven by people who can turn …

View Details
Posted 2026-07-11

Distributor & Broker Business Manager (Dallas/Chicago)

Nestlé
Chicago, IL

The Nestlé Professional Solutions at Nestlé USA leverages its position as the world's largest food and beverage company to bring brands that you enjoy in your home, to other areas of your life such a…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-09

Commercial Glass and Glazing Estimator

Premier One Recruiting
Chicago, IL

Job Description Job Description Salary Based on Experience Benefits Included Work Schedule ~ Monday-Friday Qualifications Minimum of 3 years' experience as an estimator in the …

View Details
Posted 2026-06-08

Administrative Clerk

Dynamics ATS
New, IL

Administrative Clerk   JOB-10047201   Anticipated Start Date August 10, 2026   Location Houston, TX   Type of Employment Contract Hire   Employer Info Our client special…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-27

Product/ Category Manager

LaSalle Network
West Chicago, IL

LaSalle Network has partnered with a well-established manufacturing company in the western suburbs of Chicago in its search for a Product/ Category Manager . This individual will play a key role in …

View Details
Posted 2026-07-27

Space Development Agency (SDA) NOC Technician

C3EL
Scott Air Force Base, IL

Job Description Job Description Overview: Job Title: Space Development Agency (SDA) NOC Technician Security Clearance: Secret Location : Scott AFB, IL (Due to the nature of the work a…

View Details
Posted 2026-06-11

Associate Marketing Director - Immunology Account Executives

AbbVie
Illinois

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of to…

View Details
Posted 2026-07-12