Job Description

Job Title: Real Estate Transactional Attorney (or M&A Attorney)

*Confidential application process*

Experience Level: 5 to 15 years of experience Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid Work Model)

Position Type: Full-time

About the Firm

Based in the heart of Seattle, our client is a highly reputable, premier law firm known for its exceptional client service, industry-leading expertise, and collaborative culture. Thriving in a dynamic market, the firm handles sophisticated, high-stakes matters while maintaining a supportive environment that values professional growth and work-life integration. To accommodate their growing practice, they are seeking a talented Transactional Attorney to join their elite team.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Real Estate Transactional Attorney with 5 to 15 years of sophisticated practice experience. Candidates with a strong background in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) who are interested in leveraging their corporate transactional skills are also highly encouraged to apply.

This role offers the opportunity to manage complex, high-value transactions from inception to close, working closely with a diverse portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, a skilled negotiator, and a collaborative team player.

Key Responsibilities

• Structuring, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial real estate documents, including purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, financing documents, and development agreements.
• For candidates with an M&A focus: Leading or supporting corporate transactions, including asset and stock purchases, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring.
• Conducting comprehensive due diligence, including title, survey, and zoning reviews.
• Advising clients on transaction structures, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Managing transaction closings and ensuring seamless execution of all deal components.
• Cultivating and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.

Qualifications & Experience

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA), or eligible to waive in.
• 5 to 15 years of dedicated experience in commercial real estate transactions or corporate M&A.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface confidently with sophisticated clients.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: A highly attractive base salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-based bonus eligibility and comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• Hybrid Flexibility: A modern, flexible hybrid work schedule that balances remote convenience with collaborative in-office time.
• Professional Advancement: Access to high-profile matters, mentorship from top-tier partners, and a clear trajectory for career progression.
• Vibrant Culture: A collegial, inclusive, and forward-thinking firm environment that genuinely prioritizes employee well-being.

Please send your confidential resume to Spencer McAdoo at spencer.mcadoo@gogpac.com or call/text 605-705-2943 to discuss this in more detail.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.