In-House Counsel - Real Estate (Part Time) Job at Distinct | North America, Morristown, NJ

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  • Distinct | North America
  • Morristown, NJ

Job Description

A dynamic and growing business is seeking a highly experienced Senior In-House Counsel to join its legal team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in real estate and construction law, with a strong focus on commercial leasing and construction financing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial lease agreements, including retail, office, and industrial leases.
  • Advising on and managing construction loan transactions, including loan documentation and project financing structures.
  • Providing legal support across property acquisitions, disposals, developments, and construction projects.
  • Managing legal risk and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
  • Collaborating with external counsel where necessary and coordinating legal input with internal teams.
  • Advising senior management and stakeholders on legal strategy and risk mitigation in real estate and construction-related matters.

Requirements:

  • Qualified solicitor or equivalent with 8+ years of post-qualification experience in real estate and construction law.
  • Significant in-house or top-tier private practice experience, particularly in leasing and construction finance.
  • Strong understanding of development projects, property law, and construction contracting.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload with minimal supervision.

Job Tags

Private practice,

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