Commercial Real Estate Attorney
Location: North Carolina (must reside in state for duration of assignment)
Employment Type: Temporary W-2 Contract
Duration: Approximately 6 weeks, with potential to extend (not eligible for conversion to direct hire)
Schedule: 30 to 40 hours per week
Start: ASAP, within one week of acceptance and clearance
LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a large, regional full-service law firm to identify an experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney for a short-term contract engagement. This assignment requires an experienced attorney who can step in quickly, operate independently, and confidently manage active transactions from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Independently manage a high volume of commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial real estate documents, including:
Purchase and sale agreements
Commercial lease agreements
Development and construction-related agreements
Joint venture and partnership agreements
Loan and financing documents
Conduct thorough due diligence, including title review, survey analysis, zoning, and regulatory compliance
Advise clients on land use, development issues, and project structuring
Lead and support lease negotiations for landlords and tenants, including key financial and operational terms
Coordinate and support real estate closings, ensuring proper execution of documents and compliance with all legal requirements
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including lenders, title companies, and local authorities
Address and help resolve transactional issues and disputes as they arise
Representative Matters May Include
Acquisition, disposition, and leasing of commercial assets (office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use)
Structuring and negotiation of construction and permanent financing transactions
Sale/leaseback transactions, joint ventures, and like-kind exchanges
Development projects including office buildings, retail centers, distribution facilities, and healthcare campuses
Multi-state real estate transactions and portfolio deals
Ongoing support for real estate investors, developers, lenders, landlords, and tenants
Required Qualifications
5+ years of recent experience practicing commercial real estate law within a U.S. law firm environment
Active license and in good standing with the North Carolina Bar
Must reside in North Carolina for the duration of the assignment
Proven ability to independently run deals and manage transactions with minimal supervision
Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Experience handling sophisticated commercial real estate matters, including financing and development work
Ability to quickly integrate into an active practice and manage competing priorities
Availability to work 30+ hours per week with no extended time off planned during the assignment
Ability to complete all pre-employment requirements, including conflicts checks, employment and education verification, and a criminal background check
Compensation
Additional Details
This is a contract engagement only and is not intended to convert to a direct-hire opportunity
Candidates must be available to start promptly following acceptance and clearance
To Apply
Please submit an updated resume highlighting your relevant commercial real estate experience.
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Pay Details: $70.00 to $145.00 per hour
Search managed by: Holly Hilderhoff
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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