Commercial Real Estate Leasing Counsel
graham companiesFort Wayne, IN
Commercial Real Estate Leasing Counsel
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graham companiesFort Wayne, INtoday
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LawyersProperty, Real Estate, and Community Association ManagersParalegals and Legal AssistantsIndustries
Lessors of Other Real Estate PropertyLessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)Offices of LawyersJob Description:
Join a Legacy. Shape the Future.
For more than 90 years, The Graham Companieshas been a respected South Florida organization known for developing, owning, and managing exceptional commercial real estate, multifamily residential communities, hospitality properties, and corporate enterprises. Our long-term approach to business, financial stability, and commitment to excellence have made us one of South Florida's most trusted privately held companies.
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Leasing Counselto join our Legal Department and play a key role in supporting our growing commercial real estate portfolio. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney who enjoys sophisticated transactional work, values collaboration, and wants to be part of a company that makes long-term investments in both its properties and its people.
What You'll Do:
AsCommercial Real Estate Leasing Counsel, you'll serve as a trusted legal advisor across multiple business divisions. Your primary focus will be commercial leasing while also supporting contracts, legal operations, regulatory compliance, and litigation management.
Key responsibilities include:
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial real estate leases for office, retail, industrial, shopping center, and flex properties.
Negotiate lease amendments, guaranties, estoppel certificates, work letters, and related leasing documents.
Review title commitments, surveys, easements, zoning regulations, and municipal codes to identify legal risks.
Draft and negotiate vendor, consulting, service, and other commercial agreements.
Partner with business leaders to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation matters and dispute resolution.
Support legal operations by maintaining contracts within a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform and developing legal playbooks and templates.
What We're Looking For:
We're seeking a collaborative attorney who combines strong legal skills with sound business judgment.
Required Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar
Minimum 5 years of legal practice
Minimum 5 years of commercial real estate leasing experience
Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating vendor and service agreements
Experience developing contract playbooks and legal templates
Outstanding written communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Preferred Qualifications:
In-house legal experience with a commercial real estate owner, developer, or property management company
Experience with Ironclad or another Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform
Experience with Practical Law, CoCounsel, Westlaw, and Lexis Nexis
Knowledge of ADA accessibility compliance
Experience managing litigation and coordinating with outside counsel
Why Join The Graham Companies?
At The Graham Companies, you'll have the opportunity to:
Work on complex, high-value commercial real estate transactions.
Partner directly with senior business leaders across multiple divisions.
Help shape legal processes and contract management strategies.
Build a long-term career with a financially stable, privately owned company that values integrity, collaboration, and professional excellence.
Enjoy a professional, team-oriented work environment where your expertise makes a meaningful impact.
Ready to Apply?
If you're an experienced commercial real estate attorney looking for an opportunity to make a strategic impact while working with a respected South Florida organization, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of The Graham Companies' legacy of excellence.
The Graham Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Apply now
Level
SeniorL5
Location
Fort Wayne, IN
Occupation
Lawyers
Industry
Lessors of Other Real Estate Property
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