Associate Attorney - Commercial Real Estate

Location:Open to any of the following Harris Beach Murtha offices for a hybrid remote opportunity: Hartford, New Haven, or Stamford, CT
Description: This associate will work closely with the senior attorneys on a variety of commercial real estate transactions.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, deeds, etc. for commercial real estate transactions
• Review due diligence, monitor contingencies, review and prepare title objections, survey and environmental reviews, closing documents and wire transfers
• Coordinate and review title commitments and policies, UCC, judgment and lien searches, surveys, site plans and leases
• Supervise pre- and post-closing matters, including preparation of documents for recording / filing
• Communicate with clients, banks, attorneys and additional parties involved with the closing and filings of all transactions
• Coordinate and direct the review, management and preparation of commercial leasing documentation
• Review and negotiate leases including common area maintenance clauses
• Review and monitor agreements with developers, approval of conditions required prior to draw disbursement and developer payment
• Draft and review initial documentation, obtain approvals, modify documents as necessary and coordinated document execution
• The firm requires a minimum of 1800 billable hours annually

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of commercial real estate and financing experience required
• Experience and/or interest in land use and zoning transactions preferred
• Admission to Connecticut bar (or ability to waive in) required
• Admission to New York and Massachusetts (or ability to waive in) preferred
• Must have Juris Doctorate degree with an ABA accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the bar
• Must demonstrate a commitment to exceptional client service
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client orientation
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Corporate experience desirable
• Military experience welcome

Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)

Practice Areas & Specialty

Finance, Land Use, Leasing, P&S, Real Estate, Zoning