Experienced Associate Real Estate Attorney

About the role

Monroe Moxness Berg (MMB) is a boutique Minneapolis (Bloomington) law firm nationally recognized for its innovative work in brand concept growth and protection, multi-unit retail/franchising and distribution, and corporate finance. Our attorneys share our clients’ entrepreneurial spirit, and many combine legal expertise with professional training in finance or taxation—allowing us to deliver the caliber of service that truly makes us “More Than a Law Firm.”

This role focuses on supporting the acquisition, development, sale, and leasing of restaurant, retail, and manufacturing facilities, including local and national multi-unit properties for sophisticated clients. The position involves close collaboration with our real estate and mergers & acquisitions teams and includes meaningful work on title and survey matters, transaction documents, due diligence, and closings.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review commercial real estate agreements, including leases, purchase and sale agreements, conveyance documents, and related closing materials.
• Conduct title and survey review, due diligence, and manage the closing process.
• Identify and summarize key issues in purchase agreements, leases, title commitments, surveys, and closing documents with clear, concise drafting skills.
• Exercise sound judgment in raising issues, asking questions, recommending practical next steps, and communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Organize and follow through on due diligence checklists, closing timelines, and transaction deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and internal team members.
• Ensure documents are carefully reviewed, accurate, and ready for signature.

Requirements

• 4+ years of commercial real estate experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or comparable real estate environment.
• Experience with leasing, financing, and Phase I environmental review is a plus.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota (or eligible for immediate admission).

Skills

• Attention to consistency, defined terms, and client-specific requirements.
• Strong organization and follow-through on transaction tasks with appropriate supervision.
• Detail-oriented, responsive, and able to manage multiple transaction tasks.
• Creative problem-solver who uses internal and external resources effectively.
• Interest in developing client relationships and growing within a collaborative real estate practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with profit share opportunity.
• On-site fitness membership.
• In-office massage therapy.
• Mentorship program and practice group support.
• Business development guidance and support from our in-house Marketing team.
• Frequent special events, happy hours, and firm outings.

Pay

Salary range: $175,000–$185,000.