Real Estate Attorney

Commercial Real Estate Attorney Commercial Real Estate Attorney Location: North Carolina (must reside in state for duration of assignment) Employment Type: Temporary W-2 Contract Duration: Approximately 6 weeks, with potential to extend (not eligible for conversion to direct hire) Schedule: 30 to 40 hours per week Start: ASAP, within one week of acceptance and clearance LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a large, regional full-service law firm to identify an experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney for a short-term contract engagement. This assignment requires an experienced attorney who can step in quickly, operate independently, and confidently manage active transactions from day one. Key Responsibilities Independently manage a high volume of commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial real estate documents, including: Purchase and sale agreements Commercial lease agreements Development and construction-related agreements Joint venture and partnership agreements Loan and financing documents Conduct thorough due diligence, including title review, survey analysis, zoning, and regulatory compliance Advise clients on land use, development issues, and project structuring Lead and support lease negotiations for landlords and tenants, including key financial and operational terms Coordinate and support real estate closings, ensuring proper execution of documents and compliance with all legal requirements Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including lenders, title companies, and local authorities Address and help resolve transactional issues and disputes as they arise Representative Matters May Include Acquisition, disposition, and leasing of commercial assets (office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use) Structuring and negotiation of construction and permanent financing transactions Sale/leaseback transactions, joint ventures, and like-kind exchanges Development projects including office buildings, retail centers, distribution facilities, and healthcare campuses Multi-state real estate transactions and portfolio deals Ongoing support for real estate investors, developers, lenders, landlords, and tenants Required Qualifications 5+ years of recent experience practicing commercial real estate law within a U.S. law firm environment Active license and in good standing with the North Carolina Bar Must reside in North Carolina for the duration of the assignment Proven ability to independently run deals and manage transactions with minimal supervision Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills Experience handling sophisticated commercial real estate matters, including financing and development work Ability to quickly integrate into an active practice and manage competing priorities Availability to work 30+ hours per week with no extended time off planned during the assignment Ability to complete all pre-employment requirements, including conflicts checks, employment and education verification, and a criminal background check Compensation Pay rate is commensurate with experience and ranges from $70 to $145 per hour Additional Details This is a contract engagement only and is not intended to convert to a direct-hire opportunity Candidates must be available to start promptly following acceptance and clearance