What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Partner position at Verrus?
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
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.
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
