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ASSOCIATE – REAL ESTATE LEASING

Preference for: Atlanta

Other Locations Considered:
Charlotte, Raleigh, Columbia, Charleston, Washington, D.C., New York

Our client, a highly respected regional law firm, is searching for a skilled and motivated Associate to join their Real Estate & Commercial Development Practice Group.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier law school with an exceptional academic record.
• Active bar admission in the relevant state.
• At least 6 years of substantial experience in handling complex commercial real estate transactions, with a significant focus on lease negotiations for retail, office, healthcare, and industrial spaces.
• Experience representing both landlords and tenants is highly desired.
• Proven ability to handle transactions independently as well as collaborate effectively.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a client-centric approach.

Main Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and prepare comprehensive lease agreements, including those for retail, office, and industrial purposes.
• Oversee leasing transactions from initial letter of intent to finalization and post-closing matters.
• Collaborate with clients' in-house teams to support their leasing and real estate management objectives.
• Handle various lease structures, such as subleases, ground leases, build-to-suit, and retrofit-to-suit arrangements.
• Manage sophisticated lease documentation and ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory standards.

Why Join us?
This role offers the opportunity to work on distinguished and intricate leasing matters within a dynamic and supportive practice group. The firm is dedicated to fostering professional growth and development, providing a collegial environment, and facilitating direct client interaction.

Compensation:
This position offers a competitive salary range of $230,000 to $390,000, depending on experience, and includes eligibility for a discretionary performance-based bonus. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, encompassing medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, voluntary vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample. JD degree is required, along with active bar admission in the state where the office is located.