Real Estate Associate - St. Louis

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Posted on September 1, 2026

Culture and Engagement at Dentons

Fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture is a core priority at Dentons. We are committed to creating an environment that values and respects the contributions of all colleagues. By attracting, supporting, promoting and retaining highly qualified individuals of various backgrounds and experiences, we strengthen our ability to provide innovative solutions, deliver exceptional client service, and advance the success of our Firm. Dentons takes an active approach to promoting a collaborative and inclusive workplace by investing in professional development and culture initiatives.

Responsibilities and practice

Dentons US LLP is seeking an associate to join our dynamic, expanding Real Estate team. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic credentials and a strong interest in real estate and construction law. Key responsibilities will include:

• Work closely with colleagues across the firm in a collaborative environment to deliver seamless, integrated service on multifaceted construction matters, supported by a team invested in training and development (10%)

• Draft manuscript design, development, and construction agreements, and work with AIA and other industry-standard forms to prepare, review, and negotiate construction contracts, design-build agreements, EPC contracts, development agreements, design agreements, and all transactional documents necessary for a construction project (45%)

• Collaborate with internal and client teams on the structuring, coordination, and execution of complex transactions with multiple stakeholders related to real estate development and construction projects (15%)

• Conduct thorough due diligence and legal research to support project development and risk management (25%)

• Assist in resolving construction-related disputes, including defect and delay claims, through arbitration and litigation (5%).

At Dentons, you’ll be part of a cooperative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, continuous training, and practical problem-solving. Our Construction team is fully integrated with our global Real Estate group, giving you access to a wealth of resources and expertise while maintaining strong local connections. We empower associates to take ownership early, develop market-leading skills, and make a tangible impact on the built environment. Join us at Dentons and help build the future—one project at a time.

Based on years of experience, Dentons associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position requirements

Personal skills/attributes

• Work experience, training or academic coursework must have included:

• Experience in a client facing role at a global law firm with a national US real estate practice;

• Transactional and/or litigation experience in real estate or construction law; experience conducting due diligence and legal research to support transactional and dispute-related matters;

• Experience collaborating with internal and client teams on the structuring, coordination and execution of complex transactions with multiple stakeholders related to real estate development projects, which involve residential and commercial buildings and mixed-use developments.

Technical skills

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree or foreign equivalent

• One (1) year of law firm experience

Other requirements

• Must have or be eligible for license to practice law in the State of Missouri

Equal opportunities

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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