Corporate Counsel - Leasing Attorney

🔍 Corporate Counsel - Leasing Attorney
📍 Chicago, IL | 🌐 Legal/Compliance – Legal | ⏰ Full-Time | 💼 Hybrid

Harrison Street, a premier investment management firm focused on alternative real assets with over $55 billion in assets under management, is seeking a Corporate Counsel (Leasing) to join our dynamic legal team. Become a vital legal advisor in all commercial leasing matters while collaborating with senior lawyers and business colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• 📝 Draft, review, and negotiate LOIs, leases, and lease amendments for medical office, life science facilities, data centers, and retail assets.
• 📄 Prepare and negotiate ancillary leasing documents like guarantees, assignments, consents, estoppel certificates, and licenses.
• 🤝 Advise asset management and transactions teams on leasing-related matters.
• 🔍 Conduct diligence reviews of lease documents for asset acquisitions.
• 🗂️ Manage and negotiate standard business agreements, including NDAs and engagement letters.
• 🔗 Oversee relationships with outside counsel.
• 📚 Support knowledge management initiatives and establish policies on leasing documents.
• 💼 Additional duties as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 🎓 A J.D. from an accredited law school and active state bar membership (Illinois preferred).
• 🔑 5+ years of specialized experience in commercial office and retail leasing, with a focus on medical office and data center leases.
• 🏆 Proven track record of independently managing leasing documents.
• 📊 Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• 🤔 Strong judgment, negotiation prowess, and business-minded approach.
• 🚀 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment while managing tight deadlines.
• 🤗 Excellent interpersonal skills and self-motivated with initiative.

Salary & Benefits:
💰 Competitive salary ranging from $209,000 - $300,000/year based on experience and qualifications. We also offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k).

At Harrison Street, we prioritize a fair and inclusive workplace, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

How to Apply:
Ready to take the next step in your legal career? [APPLY FOR THIS JOB] and join our team today!

For accessibility assistance, please contact our ADA Accessible Line at (312) 920-0500 or careers@harrisonst.com. All information provided will be kept confidential.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to shaping the future of alternative real assets! 🌟