Senior Real Estate Counsel & Transactions Leader

EpsteinSchwartz Legal Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 275,000 - 425,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid maternity leave

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A premier legal recruitment firm seeks an experienced Associate General Counsel to support real estate investments in Chicago. Candidates should have over 10 years of commercial real estate experience and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on transactions, managing complex agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan. This is a full-time position requiring a JD and good standing in at least one state.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant commercial real estate experience, large law firm experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of real estate transactions, contracts and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on real estate transactions.
• Manage complex agreements including purchase and sale agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence on potential real estate investments.

Skills

Commercial real estate experience

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

JD in good standing

Job description

A premier legal recruitment firm seeks an experienced Associate General Counsel to support real estate investments in Chicago. Candidates should have over 10 years of commercial real estate experience and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on transactions, managing complex agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan. This is a full-time position requiring a JD and good standing in at least one state.