Commercial Real Estate Attorney

5-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Durham is currently seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join their team. As a Commercial Real Estate Attorney, the candidate will play a pivotal role in handling various aspects of commercial real estate transactions and common-interest community ventures. This entails reviewing, analyzing, negotiating, and drafting a myriad of legal documents essential to such transactions. Additionally, the candidate will oversee and manage others to ensure timely closings and adherence to crucial milestones. A keen eye for detail, perseverance, and a commitment to meeting deadlines are integral qualities for success in this role.

Duties:

• Review, analyze, negotiate, and draft agreements, deeds, loan documents, leases, declarations and covenants, and other instruments pertinent to commercial real estate transactions.
• Supervise and manage team members to ensure efficient and timely completion of closings and other essential milestones.
• Provide expertise on various aspects of relevant law, including title, environmental regulations, corporate governance, and government compliance.
• Address post-closing issues and provide legal guidance as needed.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience representing developers, lenders, landlords, and other stakeholders in commercial real estate acquisition, purchase, financing, and leasing.
• In-depth understanding of commercial real estate law and related regulations.
• Ability to persevere and maintain attention to detail, especially when dealing with complex transactions.
• Flexibility to work outside typical business hours to meet critical deadlines.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the State Bar in good standing.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Leadership qualities to effectively supervise and guide team members.
• Proficient in legal research and utilizing relevant databases and resources.

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