Commercial Real Estate Attorney

LHH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Growth-Oriented Culture

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Attorney for its Chicago office. The role requires 5+ years of experience in acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing. Applicants must hold a J.D. and have active membership in the Illinois Bar. This position offers a competitive salary between $180,000 and $210,000, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial real estate legal services focused on acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing.
• Collaborate with the Practice Group Leader and firm team.

Skills

5+ years of experience in commercial real estate

Experience in acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active membership in the Illinois Bar

Bar Admission: Must be licensed in Illinois

Job description

Overview

LHH Legal is working with the Practice Group Leader with a repeat law firm client in an exclusive and unposted search for a Commercial Real Estate Attorney with 5+ years of experience in acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing to join its growing Chicago office.

Responsibilities

Provide commercial real estate legal services focused on acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing for a Chicago-based client; collaborate with the Practice Group Leader and firm team.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the Illinois Bar
• Bar Admission: Must be licensed in Illinois

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate looking to make a move, we encourage you to apply simply by clicking "Apply" and attaching your resume.

Benefits / What Employees Are Saying

• Work-Life Balance: Associates average 1600 billable hours
• Growth-Oriented Culture: The firm is experiencing a 20% year-over-year headcount increase
• Flexible Hiring Philosophy: The firm is open to considering an Associate or Partner, regardless of portable book of business
• Compensation: Anticipated salary range is $180,000–$210,000+ DOE, plus an annual discretionary bonus based on firm and/or individual performance
• Benefits: Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, transit and dependent care benefits, and a 401(k) plan

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Fair Chance Act

• The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance