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Real Estate Partner

Verrus
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2025

Commercial Real Estate Partner

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

My client, a highly respected boutique law firm, is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Partner to join its nationally recognized Commercial Real Estate practice. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned attorney to potentially step into a leadership role, and contribute to the continued growth of a highly successful real estate group.

About the Role

As a Commercial Real Estate Partner, you will have responsibility for handling a wide range of real estate matters, working closely with sophisticated commercial clients in various aspects of real estate transactions. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include :

  • Acquisitions and Dispositions : Leading and managing the buying and selling of commercial real estate properties, including conducting due diligence, drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, and managing the closing process.
  • Development and Leasing : Advising on real estate development projects from inception through completion, including working on leases and managing leasing transactions, tenant negotiations, and landlord-tenant issues.
  • Financing : Representing both lenders and borrowers in commercial real estate financing transactions, such as structuring loan agreements, handling refinancing, and managing all aspects of secured transactions.
  • Strategic Guidance : Providing practical, business-oriented advice to clients across a variety of industries, including REITs, developers, and high-net-worth individuals, on legal matters related to real estate investments, financing, and development.
  • Client Relationship Management : Building and nurturing strong, long-term relationships with clients, understanding their business needs, and offering creative, practical legal solutions.
  • Business Development : Actively seeking new opportunities, expanding your client base, and contributing to the firm's continued growth through strategic networking, thought leadership, and marketing initiatives.
  • Collaborative Work Environment : Working closely with other attorneys within the firm, offering mentorship to junior team members, and coordinating with other practice groups to provide clients with comprehensive legal services.
  • Cross-Selling and Practice Expansion : Identifying opportunities for cross-selling firm services to clients across different areas of law and collaborating with other departments to expand the firm's business.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 years post JD
  • Experience working with REITs, developers, syndicators, brokerage firms, property management companies, and high-net-worth individuals
  • Strong business development mindset with the ability to cultivate client relationships
  • Moderate portable book of business preferred but not required
  • Licensed to practice law in Illinois or eligible for admission by waiver
  • Why Join This Boutique Firm?

    This boutique firm offers the best of both worlds, sophisticated work and high-level clients, without the rigid structure of a large firm.

  • No minimum billable hour requirement – The firm focuses on results, not arbitrary billing targets.
  • Fair and collaborative culture – As long as you are doing the work asked of you, the firm provides genuine flexibility.
  • Low turnover rate – Attorneys stay because they’re valued and enjoy the work they do.
  • Cross-selling opportunities – The ability to expand your practice by collaborating with other firm departments.
  • Hybrid work arrangement available – The firm supports a balance between remote and in-office work.
  • The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package, with a base salary ranging from $250K–$350K, plus additional earnings contingent on a portable book of business.

    How to Apply

    If you are a driven and experienced real estate attorney looking for a dynamic and growth-oriented environment, I encourage you to apply.

    To express interest, please submit your resume and cover letter to lpaylor@verrusgroup.com

    Salary : $250,000 - $350,000

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