Commercial Real Estate Lawyer - Ontario

Gpac; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Ontario is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Lawyer. You will handle acquisitions, financing, leases and provide strategic legal advice. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of real estate law experience. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience practicing commercial real estate law.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on commercial real estate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate real estate agreements.
• Oversee complex transactions from start to finish.
• Collaborate to deliver high-quality, timely legal services.

Skills

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Strong background with institutional clients

Job description

Overview

Commercial Real Estate Lawyer – Ontario

Salary: $140,000 – $160,000+ (commensurate with experience)

Location: Ontario, Canada

A growing and dynamic law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Lawyer to join its expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions while being part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

About the Role

The successful candidate will manage a broad range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, and development projects. You will work closely with institutional and corporate clients, providing strategic legal advice to support their business objectives and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including structuring, negotiation, and due diligence.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, financing documents, and development-related contracts.
• Oversee complex transactions from start to finish with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality, timely legal services.
• Contribute to firm-wide growth initiatives and client development efforts as the firm continues to expand.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience practicing commercial real estate law.
• Strong background with institutional clients or experience in a large or mid-sized law firm.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Why Join

• Competitive compensation ($140,000 – $160,000+ DOE) and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership as the firm expands.
• Supportive, collegial culture that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Apply here or send resume directly to [e-mail], 605-401-6329

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.