Transaction Lawyer, Commercial Real Estate

6 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Mon Ami Real Estate Full time $175,000 - $215,000 per year

About Mon Ami

Mon Ami Real Estate is a $350M+ AUM investment firm with a national portfolio spanning retail, industrial, office, mixed-use, multifamily, and land assets. Over the past 15 years, we've built an investment strategy centered on acquiring properties with intrinsic value, enhancing performance post-acquisition, and delivering strong risk-adjusted returns. Today, we own and manage more than 200 properties across 22 states, with a growth trajectory toward $1B AUM.

About the Role

Mon Ami is seeking a strategic, business-oriented Transaction Attorney to lead all transactional legal matters across our expanding national portfolio. This role spans acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and capital-markets work from LOI through closing, with close collaboration alongside our acquisitions, asset-management, and finance teams to drive deals forward and manage risk.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer & SVP of Operations, this attorney will also oversee and develop a legal support bench, including a junior attorney or senior paralegal and leasing/transaction-coordination resources - ensuring strong delegation, operational leverage, and consistent deal throughput.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead and manage all aspects of commercial real-estate transactions nationwide, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate LOIs, purchase and sale agreements, joint-venture documents, loan agreements, leases, and closing documents.
  • Oversee title and survey review, due diligence, and closing coordination—clearing exceptions, managing contingencies, and ensuring timely completion of all deliverables.
  • Support capital-markets initiatives by reviewing and negotiating financing structures, debt documents, and related ancillary agreements.
  • Provide leasing expertise across retail, industrial, office, and ground leases; advise internal leasing and property-management teams on tenant issues, REAs, use restrictions, and renewals.
  • Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and policies to standardize and improve efficiency in transactional processes.
  • Partner cross-functionally with acquisitions, asset management, property management, and accounting to identify risk, ensure compliance, and optimize deal outcomes.
  • Stay current on industry trends, case law, and regulatory updates affecting commercial real-estate transactions.

Who You Are:

  • J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed and in good standing in at least one U.S. state with the ability to waive into Illinois.
  • 5+ years of commercial real-estate transactional experience, ideally within a fully integrated real-estate investment, private-equity, or law-firm environment.
  • Proven ability to independently structure, negotiate, and close acquisitions, dispositions, and financings on a "first-chair" basis.
  • Deep familiarity with title/survey review, ALTA requirements, and complex closing logistics.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and drafting skills with strong business judgment and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
  • Experience with joint ventures, entity formation, or real-estate funds is a plus.
  • Organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple concurrent deals in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Compensation - $175k - $215k per year (commensurate with experience) + bonus + benefits

  • Real Estate Attorney – Complex Transactions

    2 days ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Talent Search PRO Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per year

    Job Description Our client, a leading Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a talented mid-level associate to join its nationally recognized Real Estate practice in Chicago. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-impact matters for premier clients while benefiting from the firm's mentorship, resources, and cross-office collaboration. As a...

  • Real Estate Broker Associate

    4 days ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States TMG Real Estate Advisors Full time

    Company DescriptionWe're not your typical brokerage. AtTMG Real Estate Advisors, we exclusively represent tenants and buyers, never landlords, so our clients know we're always in their corner. From site selection and build-to-suits to acquisitions and lease renewals, we help growing companies make smart real estate moves across North America.Now, we're...

  • Commercial Estate Attorney

    6 days ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Larson Maddox Full time $150,000 - $250,000 per year

    Commercial Real Estate AttorneyThis reputable firm is offering the opportunity for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join its chamber-ranked Real Estate Practice Group. This role places you at the forefront of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, development projects, and high-value property investments.You'll handle a broad...

  • Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

    17 hours ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States REMAX Full time

    We're looking for a driven transaction coordinator to join our Team to help oversee transactions from contract to closed. In addition, you will also be the point of contact with new potential clients and responsible for delivering excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have excellent phone skills, energetic, work well with team members and must...

  • Commercial Real Estate

    2 days ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States CIBC US Full time $135,000 - $155,000 per year

    We're building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what's right for our clients.At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and...

  • Real Estate Paralegal

    4 days ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Ginsberg Jacobs LLC Full time $90,000 - $140,000 per year

    OverviewThe Real Estate Paralegal will support the firm's attorneys in various commercial real estate matters.Ginsberg Jacobs LLC is a highly experienced and client-focused commercial real estate law firm. We deliver client-focused legal services that are both efficient and of the highest quality.Ginsberg Jacobs LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value...

  • Licensed Real Estate Agent

    7 days ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Eric Zace Team - Pearson Realty Group Full time $81,000 - $200,000 per year

    Pearson Realty Group is a boutique Chicago brokerage known for our commitment to exceptional client service and the success of our agents. We've built a collaborative, professional culture where motivated real estate professionals have the tools, mentorship, and support they need to grow.We're seeking a Licensed Real Estate Agent ready to take their career...

  • Commercial Real Estate Attorney, Leasing

    1 hour ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Bridge33 Capital Full time

    JOIN OUR TEAMBridge33 Capitalis a rapidly growing, vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on open-air retail real estate. The Company recently raised $458 MM in its latest opportunistic fund, marking a key milestone in the Company's growth.We are looking to hire a motivated and enthusiasticCommercial Real Estate Attorney, Leasing &...

  • Paralegal - Real Estate

    10 hours ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Opportunities for Professional Staff Full time

    Kilpatrick, a large international law firm, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal for the Corporate Department in our Chicago office. This position will be part of our team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff providing a high level of service to both internal and external clients. At Kilpatrick, we are one team where each person plays an...

  • Licensed Real Estate Agent

    4 days ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Eric Zace Team - Pearson Realty Group Full time $50,000 - $200,000 per year

    Pearson Realty Group is a fast-growing, boutique real estate brokerage in Chicago. We're known for strong agent support, a collaborative culture, and consistent company-generated leads. We're expanding and looking for a licensed real estate agent who is ready to take on a larger role, grow their production, and help guide other agents.This position is ideal...