Leasing Attorney

A law firm seeks a Leasing Attorney for their Boston, MA office. This role involves extensive experience representing landlords and tenants in all commercial real estate leasing aspects, including office, industrial, life sciences, and retail leasing. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:

Job Overview:

• Represent both landlords and tenants in commercial real estate leasing matters.
• Work on various aspects of leasing transactions, including negotiation, drafting, and review of lease agreements.
• Collaborate with clients to provide comprehensive legal advice and solutions.
• It may involve occasional involvement in real estate acquisitions, dispositions, zoning, construction, and/or development matters.

Duties:

• Represent clients in commercial real estate leasing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate lease agreements.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients regarding leasing matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to leasing and real estate law.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to ensure effective representation.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing real estate law, focusing on commercial leasing.
• Strong understanding of commercial leasing principles and practices.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent client service.
• Experience in real estate acquisitions, dispositions, zoning, construction, and/or development is a plus.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Lease negotiation and drafting.
• Client communication and relationship management.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

This firm has some serious history behind it, with auspicious roots dating to the 19th century and partners who have gone on to high-level posts in the public sector. Generally on the cusp of being considered one of the nations large influential firms, this organization has its roots and aspiration soundly within New England. This conservative attitude with respect to growth and expertise has solidified this firm's presence in the legal community and has particularly good environmental lawyers. Unlike some of the firm's peers, this firm has chosen not to grow nationally, rejecting many willing suiters.