Attorney / Lawyer

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Attorney / Lawyer to join our team in Oak Brook, Illinois, on a long-term contract basis. This role involves providing legal expertise within the real estate and property industry, with a focus on commercial contracts and real estate agreements. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a corporate environment and a strong background in handling complex vendor agreements, leasing contracts, and property management matters.

Responsibilities :

• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial contracts with a focus on vendor agreements.
• Provide legal support for purchase and sale agreements, leasing contracts, and property management agreements.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies while handling contracts exclusively for the parent company.
• Offer legal expertise in service contracts related to real estate operations.
• Conduct thorough analysis and redlining of contracts to mitigate risks and protect company interests.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address legal issues and provide strategic advice.
• Handle civil litigation tasks, including drafting motions, briefing, and discovery processes.
• Review and draft legal documents related to commercial real estate acquisitions and leases.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of real estate brokerage and asset management practices.
• Research and stay updated on laws and regulations impacting the real estate sector.
• Must hold a valid license to practice law.
• Proven experience drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts within the commercial real estate sector.
• Strong expertise in civil litigation, including motions, briefing, and discovery.
• Proficiency in redlining and analyzing legal documents to identify potential risks.
• Solid understanding of real estate acquisitions, leasing agreements, and property management practices.
• Familiarity with corporate legal environments and vendor agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.