Real Estate Attorney

Job Summary

You will help drive AutoZone’s growth by negotiating, drafting, and advising on all aspects of commercial leases, purchase agreements, and related real estate documents. You will take ownership of the process from site approval to store opening, ensuring smooth project scheduling and successful closings. Collaborate with Escrow Specialists to address due diligence, resolve title issues, and maintain integrity in every transaction. In addition, provide legal support for land use matters across departments, staying at the forefront of commercial real estate law to update company policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Negotiate, draft, and provide legal guidance on a variety of real estate contracts related to commercial purchases and leases—owning the process from site approval through store opening.
• Closing & Title Coordination: Partner with the Commercial Escrow Specialist to manage due diligence, resolve title issues, and ensure a smooth and accurate closing process.
• Land Use Support: Handle land use matters in collaboration with the Property Management, Excess Property, and Permitting teams to help move projects forward efficiently.
• Legal Compliance & Policy Updates: Stay current on developments in commercial real estate law and assist in updating company policies, practices, and legal forms to ensure compliance and consistency.

Requirements

• Education: Hold a Juris Doctorate Degree.
• Experience: Have a minimum of 7 years of law experience, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Commercial Real Estate and Contracts in Retail.
• Bar Membership: Be a licensed attorney and an active member of a state bar.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate laws and regulations.

Skills

• Commercial Real Estate Law
• Contract Negotiation
• Real Estate Documentation
• Due Diligence
• Title Coordination
• Land Use Management

Benefits

AutoZone offers competitive pay and paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options, health savings and flexible spending accounts with wellness rewards, exclusive discounts and perks, including AutoZone In-store discount, a 401(k) with Company match and Stock Purchase Plan, and opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement.