Sr Associate Real Estate Attorney
Job Description
Our client is a boutique Minneapolis (Bloomington) law firm nationally recognized for its innovative work in brand concept growth and protection, multi-unit retail/franchising and distribution, and corporate finance. Our attorneys share our clients' entrepreneurial spirit, and many combine legal expertise with professional training in finance or taxation-allowing us to deliver the caliber of service that truly makes us "More Than a Law Firm."
We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our team. This role focuses on supporting the acquisition, development, sale, and leasing of restaurant, retail, and manufacturing facilities, including local and national multi-unit properties for sophisticated clients. The position involves close collaboration with our real estate and mergers & acquisitions teams and includes meaningful work on title and survey matters, transaction documents, due diligence, and closings.
Our client embraces a team-based, collegial environment dedicated to professional growth-both in legal skills and in building a strong client base.
What We're Looking For
· 4+ years of commercial real estate experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or comparable real estate environment
· Experience drafting and reviewing commercial real estate agreements, including leases, purchase and sale agreements, conveyance documents, and related closing materials
· Working knowledge of title and survey review, due diligence, and the closing process, with a desire to continue developing these skills
· Exposure to leasing, financing, and Phase I environmental review is a plus
Key Skills for Success
· Ability to identify and summarize key issues in purchase agreements, leases, title commitments, surveys, and closing documents, with clear, concise drafting skills and attention to consistency, defined terms, and client-specific requirements
· Sound judgment in knowing when to raise issues, ask questions, recommend practical next steps, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues
· Strong organization and follow-through on due diligence checklists, closing timelines, and transaction deliverables
· Detail-oriented, responsive, and able to manage multiple transaction tasks with appropriate supervision
· Creative problem-solver who uses internal and external resources effectively
· Commitment to ensuring documents is carefully reviewed, accurate, and ready for signature
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota (or eligible for immediate admission).
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) with profit share opportunity, on-site fitness membership, and in-office massage therapy.
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.
