Associate Attorney - Commercial Real Estate Leasing

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a well-established commercial real estate platform with a long track record of growth, stability, and high-level deal flow
• Take on meaningful, hands-on responsibility in a role focused heavily on commercial leasing work
• Work closely with an experienced legal and leasing team in a business-facing role with visible impact
• Build your career in a sophisticated in-house legal environment with strong mentorship and long-term opportunity
• Enjoy competitive compensation, strong benefits, retirement match, bonus potential, and a collaborative workplace culture

Location: This is a fully on-site role based in Baltimore, Maryland, offering close collaboration with the legal and leasing team. Remote or hybrid work is not available.

Note: Candidates must have a J.D., be admitted to the Maryland Bar, and bring 1+ years of directly relevant transactional real estate experience, ideally with commercial leasing experience. Strong attention to detail is essential.

About Us

We are a successful and growing commercial real estate organization with a strong reputation, a substantial portfolio, and a long history of excellence. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, and high-quality work, and we take pride in creating an environment where talented people can grow and make a real impact. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate commercial leases and related leasing documents
• Support the leasing team on day-to-day legal matters tied to commercial real estate transactions
• Analyze lease terms and prepare lease abstracts and related summaries
• Communicate with lenders, opposing counsel, brokers, tenants, and internal stakeholders
• Organize, circulate, and maintain legal documentation related to leasing matters
• Collaborate across departments to support negotiations and ensure smooth deal execution
• Monitor legal compliance, contract performance, and deadlines related to leasing transactions
• Advise internal teams on legal issues, process requirements, and deal-specific considerations
• Assist with special projects and other legal matters as needed

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Maryland Bar admission
• 1+ years of transactional real estate experience
• Commercial real estate leasing experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Superior attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common legal research and real estate record systems

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Strong, established company with long-term stability and a respected market presence
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated leasing matters in a business-oriented legal role
• High visibility with internal decision-makers and cross-functional teams
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with room for professional growth
• Competitive benefits package designed to reward performance and support well-being

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance