Commercial Real Estate Transactions Associate

Leoforce; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce in Florida seeks a Commercial Real Estate Transactions Associate with mid-level experience to own a broad range of CRE matters from term sheet through closing, ideally with at least two years of hands-on deals. You will draft and negotiate purchase agreements and leases, oversee due diligence, coordinate with lenders and title agents, and advise on development entitlements and risk.

This Jacksonville-based role offers substantial project ownership, competitive compensation, and growth

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and Florida Bar admission.
• Minimum two years of dedicated CRE transaction experience.
• Ability to draft clear, concise transactional documents and negotiate effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-starter mindset with the judgment to work independently and the teamwork skills to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, leases, loan documents, and related instruments.
• Oversee due diligence including title, surveys, zoning, and environmental reviews.
• Coordinate with lenders, investors, surveyors, title agents, and officials to clear conditions and close timely.
• Manage closing checklists, closing statements, and recording of documents.
• Advise clients on development issues, entitlements, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor deal timelines, key dates, and keep stakeholders informed.
• Assist with portfolio items such as amendments, estoppels, and refinancing.

Skills

Drafting & negotiating

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Job Description

Commercial Real Estate Transactions Associate

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $100,000 - $175,000 per year

Job Details

About the role

We are seeking a commercial real estate generalist to handle a broad range of transactional matters across Florida. The ideal candidate brings at least two years of hands‑on experience in commercial real estate deals and is eager to take ownership of projects from term sheet through closing.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, loan documents, easements, and related instruments
• Oversee all aspects of due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning and land-use research, and environmental assessments
• Coordinate with lenders, investors, surveyors, title agents, and local government officials to clear conditions and ensure timely closings
• Manage closing checklists, prepare closing statements, and facilitate recording of documents
• Advise clients on development issues, entitlements, and property-level risk mitigation strategies
• Monitor deal timelines, track critical dates, and keep stakeholders informed of status and next steps
• Assist with ongoing portfolio management items such as lease amendments, estoppels, and refinancing transactions

Required qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in the Florida Bar
• Minimum two years of dedicated experience in commercial real estate transactions at a law firm or in-house legal department
• Proven ability to draft clear, concise transactional documents and negotiate effectively with opposing counselExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail when juggling multiple matters simultaneously
• Self-starter mindset with the judgment to work independently and the teamwork skills to collaborate across disciplines

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with development projects, construction lending, or land use entitlements
• Familiarity with multistate or portfolio transactions involving retail, industrial, or mixed-use assets
• Comfort with basic financial modeling or reading pro formas

A bit about us

We trace our origins to 1978 and now operate from offices in Jacksonville, Amelia Island, Ponte Vedra, and St. Johns County, offering coordinated counsel across tax planning and controversies, corporate and business transactions, real estate finance, employee benefits, trusts and estates, and dispute resolution. Ranked in the top regional tier for corporate, tax, real estate, ERISA, and trusts and estates law for 2025, we focus on building businesses and protecting wealth through practical advice, meticulous document work, and strategic advocacy. Our roster of board-certified specialists and trial-tested litigators collaborates seamlessly, guiding clients through everything from construction lending and complex mergers to probate litigation and guardianship disputes. By partnering closely with accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals, we provide integrated solutions that safeguard assets, foster growth, and resolve conflicts efficiently.

Why join us?

• Great reputation
• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation

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