Commercial Real Estate Leasing Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $200,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year

Why this is a great opportunity

• Take a lead counsel role on sophisticated commercial leasing transactions across office, retail, and industrial sectors — high-impact work with real ownership
• Work directly with clients, brokers, property managers, and opposing counsel — you will be visible, not buried in a back office
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial firm environment where attorneys are valued for their expertise, not just their billing hours
• Contribute to a growing Real Estate practice group with a track record of extremely low turnover and high morale
• Competitive compensation ($200K–$260K based on experience) plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k) with employer contribution, and PTO
• Two office locations available — choose Atlanta, GA or Bethesda, MD based on where you are rooted
• Long-term loyalty is recognized and rewarded — this is a firm that invests in its people

Location: Full-time, in-office — Atlanta, GA or Bethesda, MD. We are intentionally building our firm culture through in-person collaboration, and this role reflects that commitment. Two great cities, one great opportunity.

Note: To be considered, candidates must have a minimum of 6 years of experience specifically in commercial real estate leasing, along with active bar admission in Georgia (Atlanta applicants) or Maryland (Bethesda applicants). These are firm requirements — applications without this background cannot be considered.

About us

We are a full-service law firm with a distinguished Real Estate practice serving clients across commercial leasing, acquisitions, and asset management. Our attorneys are recognized as true partners in our clients' business decisions — not just legal advisors. We take pride in a firm culture built on mutual respect, low turnover, and long-term relationships. We are growing, and we are looking for exceptional people to grow with us. Confidential Employer.

What you will do

• Serve as lead counsel on commercial leasing transactions for landlord clients across office, retail, and industrial asset classes
• Draft and negotiate commercial leases, letters of intent, work letters, assignment and transfer documents, lender subordination agreements, and SNDAs
• Advise clients on market lease terms, risk considerations, and deal structure from LOI through execution
• Manage transactions independently while maintaining direct client relationships
• Coordinate with brokers, property managers, and opposing counsel throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Collaborate with partners and provide mentorship or oversight to junior attorneys as appropriate

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• 6+ years of commercial real estate leasing experience
• Active bar admission in Georgia (Atlanta applicants) or Maryland (Bethesda applicants)
• Experience with office, retail, and/or industrial lease transactions
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client management abilities
• Highly organized — able to manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously
• Preferred: experience representing landlords; exposure to multi-asset or portfolio leasing

Why you will love working here

• A firm that genuinely values its attorneys — low turnover and high morale are not talking points here, they are the reality
• Real client-facing responsibility and partnership-level visibility from day one
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that encourages ownership and initiative
• Strong benefits: medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, generous PTO, and more
• Two established office locations with strong local market presence

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Benefits:

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