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

The Birmingham office of Dentons Sirote is seeking an experienced attorney with excellent academic credentials and 5-10 years of experience to join our growing Real Estate group within our Corporate practice. The person hired for this position will work collaboratively with shareholders, associates, and other professionals to assume such responsibilities as:

• Working on business structuring and transactional matters relating to complex tax planning and commercial real estate
• Contributing to the coordination and execution of successful commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions; debt and equity transactions; dispositions; joint ventures; real estate funds; alternative investment structures; tax credits and tax-advantaged investing; legal entity structuring; and assisting with federal, state, and local tax planning
• Reviewing/drafting/preparing, among other things, limited liability company agreements, joint venture agreements, preferred equity investments, and real estate fund documents
• Providing tax counsel related to business structuring documents, fund formations, partnership and LLC tax issues, tax credit and tax-advantaged investments, and transactional documents
• Providing legal analysis in documents related to equity investments, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and tax-advantaged investing

This is a great opportunity to enjoy the benefits of joining a team of experienced lawyers and staff, including a competitive salary and benefits package in addition to ample training and professional development.

Position requirements

Personal skills/attributes

• Must have excellent written communications skills to produce written work in a concise and effective manner
• Must have strong presentation skills and is able to clearly communicate advice to clients and colleagues
• Must have strong analytical skills and can offer unique perspectives on complex issues
• Demonstrates sound judgment and works effectively under pressure

Technical skills

• Minimum of 5 years legal experience is preferred
• Experience drafting legal documents for corporate matters preferred

Other requirements

• Should be licensed to practice law in the State of Alabama and be in good standing with the Alabama State Bar (or eligible to become licensed in Alabama)

Equal opportunities

Dentons Sirote is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to apply

Search firms 

Search firms may email Joyce Ammons, Director, Human Resources at Dentons Sirote. (Email @ joyce.ammons@dentons.com.) In order to be considered, please include a cover letter, and resume.

Direct applicants

Direct applicants may click below to email Joyce Ammons, Director, Human Resources at Dentons Sirote. (Email @ joyce.ammons@dentons.com.) In order to be considered, please include a cover letter, and resume.