Commercial Leasing Real Estate Associate or Counsel

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Jobot in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced associate or counsel to join our real estate practice, focusing on complex leasing transactions and exposure to broader real estate work including acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing of commercial properties.

You will have the opportunity to work directly with clients and take ownership of sophisticated matters, advising on transactional strategy and day-to-day legal issues.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate law.
• Strong drafting and negotiating of commercial leases.
• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing of commercial properties.
• Familiarity with franchise-related leasing or distribution-related agreements preferred.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Licensed to practice law in the applicable state.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial lease agreements
• Advise clients on leasing structures and ongoing lease-related matters
• Support acquisitions, dispositions, and financing of commercial real estate assets
• Assist with development projects and related transactional work
• Represent clients in franchise‑related leasing and related agreements
• Review and negotiate agreements related to renewals, assignments, and transfers
• Conduct and manage due diligence in real estate transactions
• Provide general corporate real estate support in connection with transactional matters

Skills

5+ years CRE experience

Drafting leases

Acquisitions & financing

Franchise leasing exposure

Asset acquisitions

Job description

Commercial Leasing Real Estate Associate or Counsel

$185000 - $275000 per year | Hartford, CT | On-site | Permanent

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced associate or counsel to join our real estate practice, working on a wide range of commercial real estate matters. This role is focused on complex leasing transactions, while also providing exposure to broader real estate work, including acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing of commercial properties.

You will have the opportunity to work directly with clients and take ownership of sophisticated matters, advising on both transactional strategy and day-to-day legal issues. This position offers a strong platform for continued growth within a collaborative team handling high-level real estate work.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial lease agreements
• Advise clients on leasing structures and ongoing lease-related matters
• Support acquisitions, dispositions, and financing of commercial real estate assets
• Assist with development projects and related transactional work
• Represent clients in franchise‑related leasing and related agreements
• Review and negotiate agreements related to renewals, assignments, and transfers
• Conduct and manage due diligence in real estate transactions
• Provide general corporate real estate support in connection with transactional matters

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate law
• Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial leases
• Experience with acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing of commercial properties
• Familiarity with franchise‑related leasing or distribution‑related agreements preferred
• Experience handling asset acquisitions and related transactional work is a plus
• Strong academic credentials and law firm experience

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in state you are practicing
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage sophisticated matters with minimal supervision
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of matters

Why join us?

Joining our team means working on sophisticated, high-level matters in an environment that values both excellence and sustainability. We provide attorneys with meaningful responsibility and direct client engagement, supported by a collaborative and accessible team structure. Our culture prioritizes mentorship, professional development, and long‑term growth, allowing attorneys to build their skills while maintaining balance. We focus on quality of work rather than volume, with expectations designed to support a manageable and rewarding career. In addition, we foster a collegial atmosphere where teamwork, initiative, and thoughtful lawyering are valued, creating a place where attorneys can thrive professionally without sacrificing personal well‑being.

A bit about us:

We are a full‑service law firm composed of highly talented, thoughtful, and experienced attorneys committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our work spans a broad range of sophisticated legal matters, including complex disputes, strategic transactions, and ongoing business counseling for organizations, institutions, and individuals. We emphasize a practical, solutions‑oriented approach, combining deep legal knowledge with an understanding of our clients’ broader objectives. Collaboration, sound judgment, and strong client relationships are at the core of how we approach every matter, allowing us to consistently deliver high‑quality, value‑driven legal services.

Equal Opportunity

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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