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Description We are looking for an experienced Attorney to join our team in Chicago, Illinois, on a long-term contract basis. This role focuses on supporting a wide range of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, leases, development projects, dispositions, and financing arrangements. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing legal aspects of service contracts, regulatory matters, and real estate due diligence.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate real estate service contracts, ensuring compliance with legal standards and organizational policies.

• Collaborate with Associate General Counsel and business teams to support acquisitions, leases, development projects, dispositions, and financing transactions.

• Advise on title and survey issues and prepare necessary legal documents related to development and financing contracts.

• Monitor the status and approval processes of real estate contracts, ensuring timely implementation and adherence to organizational requirements.

• Provide legal guidance on real estate due diligence and assist in all stages of the development process.

• Coordinate with external counsel, title companies, and counterparties to manage real estate transactions from initiation to completion.

• Stay updated on legal regulations, industry standards, and best practices for real estate contracting and compliance.

• Support the team in addressing regulatory matters and ensuring legal adherence across operations.

• Facilitate the preparation and interpretation of disposition-related documentation.

• Assist in overseeing and managing the company's commercial real estate transactions, ensuring seamless execution. Requirements • Proven experience in commercial and corporate real estate law.

• Strong knowledge of legal practices related to acquisitions, leases, development, dispositions, and financing.

• Proficiency in drafting, negotiating, and implementing real estate service contracts.

• Familiarity with title and survey matters, including associated documentation.

• Ability to conduct thorough real estate due diligence and provide actionable advice.

• Excellent coordination skills to manage transactions involving external counsel and third parties.

• Up-to-date understanding of legal regulations and industry practices in real estate.

• Strong communication and analytical skills with attention to detail.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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