Real Estate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a growing mid-sized law firm in the west metro, is seeking a Real Estate Attorney to join its expanding practice. As demand for the firm's commercial real estate services continues to grow, this attorney will step into an active and sophisticated transactional practice

The firm is open to candidates at the Associate, Of Counsel, or Partner level and offers a flexible platform for attorneys looking to continue developing their practice, strengthen client relationships, and play a meaningful role in the growth of the real estate group.'

While the primary focus of this position will be commercial real estate transactions, the firm offers a collaborative, full-service environment that provides opportunities to work on related corporate, business, and M& A matters based on an attorney's interests and experience. This role is well-suited for someone seeking sophisticated real estate work with the flexibility to build a broader transactional practice over time.

Responsibilities:

• Handle a broad range of commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, amendments, and related transaction documents.
• Conduct and analyze title and survey review as part of due diligence efforts.
• Prepare conveyance documents, easements, declarations, and other ancillary real estate documents.
• Advise clients on commercial leasing matters, acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.
• Coordinate and manage real estate closings while collaborating with lenders, title companies, brokers, and other stakeholders.
• Provide practical legal counsel to developers, investors, business owners, landlords, and tenants.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

Qualifications:

• 3-10+ years of experience as a real estate attorney in a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Strong background in commercial real estate transactions.
• Experience with commercial leasing, purchase and sale transactions, and real estate due diligence.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills.
• Ability to manage transactions independently while working collaboratively with clients and colleagues.
• Active Minnesota attorney license in good standing.

Why this opportunity:

• Join a respected and growing mid-sized firm with a strong reputation in the market.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse mix of sophisticated commercial real estate matters.
• Flexible opportunity for attorneys at the associate, of counsel, or partner level.
• Collaborative culture with direct client exposure and mentorship opportunities.
• Clear potential for long-term growth and advancement within the practice.
• Gain exposure to related practice areas, including corporate, business, and M& A transactions, based on your interests and experience.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

Benefits Overview:

• Competitive compensation package with opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• PTO
• Paid holidays.
• Additional professional development and business development support.