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Robert Half Legal is partnering with a rapidly growing real estate developer and investment management company located in downtown Chicago who is seeking to hire an Associate General Counsel with 5-10+ years of commercial real estate transaction experience to join their in-house legal team. The Associate General Counsel will handle a broad range of commercial real estate transactions in connection with acquisitions, leases, development projects, dispositions, and financing matters, with a strong focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating real estate-related agreements.
Job Responsibility:
Provide legal counsel on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing of real estate assets
Prepare, analyze, and negotiate a variety of real estate-related contracts such as purchase & sale agreements, leases, joint venture agreements, construction contracts, and loan documents
Perform thorough due diligence for real estate transactions, including reviewing titles, surveys, zoning regulations, and environmental reports
Provide guidance on legal compliance and risk management concerning real estate investments and operations
Work closely with internal departments, including finance, asset management, and operations, to align legal strategies with business goals
Build and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel and third-party service providers
Monitor updates in real estate laws, regulations, and market trends to deliver proactive legal advice
Requirements:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law
Minimum of 5 years of experience handling commercial real estate transactions
Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating real estate-related contracts and agreements
Demonstrate solid expertise in real estate law, including acquisitions, dispositions, and contract matters across multiple jurisdictions
Experience conducting due diligence for complex real estate transactions
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
Ability to manage relationships with external legal counsel and service providers
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities