Job Description

Engagement Type: Short-Term Project / Contract

Project Duration: Approximately 3 months

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney for a short-term project expected to last approximately 3 months. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in handling a wide range of complex commercial real estate transactions and be able to quickly integrate into our team to provide critical legal support on specific, time-sensitive projects. This role requires a thorough understanding of commercial real estate law, exceptional negotiation and drafting skills, and the ability to deliver high-quality legal work efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial real estate documents pertinent to the project, which may include:
  

  • Purchase and sale agreements
    
  • Lease agreements (office, retail, industrial, ground leases)
    
  • Financing and loan documents
    
  • Development agreements
    
  • Easements, covenants, and other land use-related agreements
    
• Conduct focused due diligence for specific commercial real estate transactions, including title and survey review, zoning and land use analysis, and environmental assessments as required by the project scope.
  
• Advise [clients/internal stakeholders] on legal aspects of ongoing commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development, leasing, or financing related to the project.
  
• Manage key phases of assigned commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and project deadlines.
  
• Identify and mitigate potential legal risks associated with the specific commercial real estate projects.
  
• Provide counsel on zoning regulations, land use planning, entitlements, and permitting processes relevant to the project.
  
• Collaborate effectively with [clients, internal business units, opposing counsel, brokers, title companies, and other external parties] to achieve project objectives.
  
• Ensure all project-related legal documentation is meticulously organized and maintained.
  

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  
• Admission to the [State] Bar and in good standing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage and close complex commercial real estate deals.
  
• Strong understanding of real property law, contract law, and relevant state and local regulations.
  
• Availability to commit to a project-based role for approximately 3 months.
  

Desired Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, critical for project-based work.
  
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented problem solver.
  
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
  
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and adaptability.
  
• Proficiency with legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite. [Optional: Mention specific real estate or document management software if relevant.]
  

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