Commercial Real Estate Attorney

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Mentorship

Autonomy

Partner track after 7 years

Bar dues reimbursement

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney in Chicago to join our team. The attorney will handle real estate transactions, provide legal guidance, and support clients through acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing matters.

The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctorate, is in good standing with the bar, and brings strong negotiation and due diligence skills. A fast path to partnership is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing with the state bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate law.
• Proven experience with acquisitions, dispositions, mezzanine financing and leasing.
• Strong knowledge of real estate law, due diligence, and property rights.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial real estate matters including acquisitions, dispositions, and mezzanine financing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale, lease, financing, and property management agreements.
• Conduct due diligence on property and corporate documents.
• Advise clients on regulatory issues related to real estate transactions.
• Work with attorneys, clients, and professionals to close transactions efficiently.
• Represent clients in real estate disputes and litigation.

Skills

Commercial real estate

Negotiation

Due diligence

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Commercial Real Estate Attorney

$180000 - $225000 per year | Chicago, IL | On-site | Permanent

Top Real Estate Firm in Chicago and Best Place to Work Winner

A bit about us:

We are one of the top Commercial Real Estate Law firms in Chicago and a multiple year winner of Best Places to Work in Chicago. We are seeking CRE attorneys or Partners with 7+ years of transactional real estate experience.

Why join us?

We offer:

• 100% paid BSBS health insurance
• Reasonable Billable Hours of 1800 annually
• Reimbursement of Bar Dues, Business Development Costs, and Professional Memberships
• Mentorship but also autonomy
• Fast track to Partner after 7 year or Opportunity to Join as a Partner

Job Details

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and services concerning real estate law and property rights. This includes acquisitions and dispositions, mezzanine financing and transactions, leasing, and other real estate transactions. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in real estate law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on a wide range of commercial real estate matters including acquisitions and dispositions, mezzanine financing, and mezzanine transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various real estate agreements including purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, financing agreements, and property management agreements.
• Conduct due diligence reviews of property and corporate documents.
• Advise clients on legal and regulatory issues related to real estate transactions.
• Work closely with other attorneys, clients, and other professionals to ensure transactions are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Represent clients in real estate disputes and litigation.
• Keep up to date with changes in real estate law and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing with the state bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate law.
• Proven experience handling acquisitions and dispositions, mezzanine financing, mezzanine transactions, leasing, and other real estate transactions.
• Strong knowledge of real estate law, property rights, and due diligence process.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Commercial Real Estate Attorney to take their career to the next level. If you have a passion for real estate law and a proven track record in the field, we would love to hear from you.

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