Commercial Real Estate Associate or Counsel

About the role

We are seeking an experienced associate or counsel to join our real estate practice, working on a wide range of commercial real estate matters. This role is focused on complex leasing transactions, while also providing exposure to broader real estate work, including acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing of commercial properties. You will have the opportunity to work directly with clients and take ownership of sophisticated matters, advising on both transactional strategy and day-to-day legal issues. This position offers a strong platform for continued growth within a collaborative team handling high-level real estate work.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial lease agreements
• Advise clients on leasing structures and ongoing lease-related matters
• Support acquisitions, dispositions, and financing of commercial real estate assets
• Assist with development projects and related transactional work
• Represent clients in franchise-related leasing and related agreements
• Review and negotiate agreements related to renewals, assignments, and transfers
• Conduct and manage due diligence in real estate transactions
• Provide general corporate real estate support in connection with transactional matters

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate law
• Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial leases
• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing of commercial properties
• Familiarity with franchise-related leasing or distribution-related agreements preferred
• Experience handling asset acquisitions and related transactional work is a plus
• Strong academic credentials and law firm experience

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in state you are practicing
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage sophisticated matters with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of matters