Real Estate Counsel Attorney (Multi Cities)

REAL ESTATE COUNSEL ATTORNEY (BUILD-TO-SUIT, ACQUISITIONS & DISPOSITIONS, LAND DEVELOPMENT)

Real Estate Practice Group

Location: Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Kansas City, MO; Miami, FL; New Orleans, LA; Phoenix, AZ; Short Hills, NJ or St. Louis, MO

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A top-15 AmLaw firm is seeking an accomplished Real Estate Counsel to join its sophisticated and highly regarded Real Estate practice . This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior-level real estate attorney to work on complex, high-impact transactions for premier clients across a wide range of asset classes. The role offers access to robust resources, meaningful cross-office collaboration, and the ability to play a leadership role on significant matters nationwide.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record .
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction , in good standing.
• 10+ years of substantive experience in transactional real estate matters at an AmLaw firm.
• Significant experience in real estate development and redevelopment, including build-to-suit leasing with work letters , land acquisitions, and preparing land for development or redevelopment
• Proven experience representing developers, owners, investors, REITs, lenders, and corporate occupiers
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex transactions involving industrial, office, retail, multifamily, mixed-use, community facilities, and data center projects
• Experience at a major law firm with a national real estate practice is required
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with excellent commercial judgment
• Ability to manage multiple matters effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Collaborative mindset with a demonstrated commitment to mentoring junior attorneys

Key Responsibilities

• Represent lenders , investors , developers , owners , and other clients in a wide range of real estate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases (including ground and triple-net leases), build-to-suit leases, development agreements, joint venture documents , and related real estate contracts
• Lead and manage due diligence , including title and survey review, zoning, and land use analysis
• Coordinate and close acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and development transactions
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, overseeing transaction workflows from inception through closing
• Mentor junior lawyers and ensure timely, high-quality client deliverables

Why Join Us?

This is a compelling opportunity to join a forward-thinking Real Estate team that advises clients at every stage of the real estate life cycle. You’ll work on sophisticated matters for market-leading clients while enjoying a collegial, entrepreneurial environment that values collaboration, professional development, and leadership. The practice offers meaningful responsibility, access to marquee transactions, and the support needed to continue building a top-tier real estate practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary: commensurate with experience.

• Discretionary Bonus Eligibility .

• Robust Benefits Package: Includes top-tier medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid maternity and paternity leave, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and additional perks.

• Supportive Culture: Our client fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports innovation, balance, and career advancement.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and law school transcript

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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