Commercial Real Estate Sr Associate / Counsel (leasing Focus)
About the Role
Overview We are a full-service law firm composed of highly talented, creative, and experienced attorneys committed to surpassing our clients’ expectations every day. With offices across major U.S. cities and a global reach, we tackle a wide range of sophisticated and complex legal matters. From defending large corporations in high-stakes litigation to guiding inventors in bringing new technologies to market, we are dedicated to delivering value-driven solutions and meaningful results. Salary: $180,000 - $280,000 per year. Schedule: Flexible Hybrid Schedule - Heavy Leasing Exp Req'd. Job Details Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel – Commercial Real Estate/Leasing. This position places a heavy emphasis on commercial retail leasing, particularly involving shopping centers and other retail properties. Responsibilities Commercial Leasing: Drafting and negotiating leases for retail spaces, shopping centers, and other commercial properties. Transactional Real Estate: Broader experience in acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing of commercial properties. Franchise Agreements: Reviewing and negotiating franchise agreements, including renewals and transfers, and supporting franchise-related transactions. General Corporate Real Estate: Handling asset acquisitions, corporate structuring, and other real estate-related corporate matters. Qualifications Experience: 5-10 years of relevant legal experience representing companies, developers, franchisees, investors, and other entities in complex real estate transactions. Expertise: Demonstrated ability to handle commercial retail leasing and real estate transactions with minimal supervision. Technical Skills: Proficiency in drafting and negotiating commercial leases and other real estate documents. Soft Skills: Excellent academic credentials, strong communication abilities, and a proactive, client-focused approach. Independence: The capability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously while being a collaborative team player. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate retail leases for shopping centers and retail properties
- Handle commercial real estate transactions (acquisitions, dispositions, development, financing)
- Review and negotiate franchise agreements and renewals/transfers
Qualifications
- 5-10 years real estate transactional experience
- Proficiency in drafting commercial leases and real estate documents
- Strong communication and client-focused mindset
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