Real Estate Attorney

As a Real Estate Attorney , you will help drive AutoZone’s growth by negotiating, drafting, and advising on all aspects of commercial leases, purchase agreements, and related real estate documents. You will take ownership of the process from site approval to store opening, ensuring smooth project scheduling and successful closings. Collaborate with Escrow Specialists to address due diligence, resolve title issues, and maintain integrity in every transaction. In addition, provide legal support for land use matters across departments, staying at the forefront of commercial real estate law to update company policies and practices. Contract Negotiation & Drafting : Negotiate, draft, and provide legal guidance on a variety of real estate contracts related to commercial purchases and leases—owning the process from site approval through store opening. Closing & Title Coordination : Partner with the Commercial Escrow Specialist to manage due diligence, resolve title issues, and ensure a smooth and accurate closing process. Land Use Support : Handle land use matters in collaboration with the Property Management, Excess Property, and Permitting teams to help move projects forward efficiently. Legal Compliance & Policy Updates : Stay current on developments in commercial real estate law and assist in updating company policies, practices, and legal forms to ensure compliance and consistency. What We Are Looking For Education : You hold a Juris Doctorate Degree Experience : You have a minimum of 7 years of law experience, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Commercial Real Estate and Contracts in Retail. Bar Membership : You're a licensed attorney and an active member of a state bar, ready to apply your legal expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Benefits at AutoZone AutoZone cares about people. That’s why AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefit guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Some of these benefits include: Competitive pay and paid time off Unrivaled company culture Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards Exclusive Discounts and Perks, including AutoZone In-store discount 401(k) with Company match and Stock Purchase Plan AutoZoners Living Well Program for mental and physical health Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at careers.autozone.com. We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard, and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr