Real Estate Counsel, (Sr Counsel/Of Counsel)

Real Estate Counsel, (Sr Counsel/Of Counsel) Wazeer Khan & Abbas Khan•5.0 Short Hills, NJ Job Details Full-time | Contract $325,000•$440,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Loan forgiveness Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Law Real estate offer negotiation Legal negotiation Legal firm experience Doctor of Law (JD) U.S. Patent and Trademark Office experience Zoning regulations Deal execution Contracts Law office Bar Land use planning Full Job Description Company Overview Wazeer Khan LLC partners with Financial Groups, Legal Laws, semiconductor manufacturers and automotive companies across the region to solve their most complex challenges. We provide specialized consulting services aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, streamlining processes, and ensuring excellence in manufacturing practices relevant to the automotive industry. Join us if you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment. Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Real Estate Counsel, (Senior Counsel or Of Counsel), to join our legal team. In this pivotal role, you will lead legal matters related to real estate transactions, property management, and compliance. Your expertise will support our strategic growth initiatives, ensuring all real estate activities align with regulatory standards and company objectives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence key projects and collaborate across departments to drive success. Duties. About the Role As Counsel, you will step into high-impact, sophisticated work for premier clients while benefiting from our company' robust resources, cross-office collaboration, and strong national platform.

You will represent:

Developers Owners and investors REITs Lenders Corporate occupiers …across industrial, office, retail, multifamily, mixed-use, community facilities, and data center projects. Core Responsibilities Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases (including ground and triple-net), build-to-suit leases, development agreements, joint venture agreements, and related real estate contracts. Lead due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning, and land-use analyses. Coordinate and close acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and development transactions. Manage workstreams and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables. Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to a collaborative, client-focused team environment. Position Requirements Personal Attributes Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Strong analytical capabilities and comfort with complex real estate structures. Proven ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment. Collaborative mindset with a commitment to outstanding client service. Proactive approach to mentoring and team support. Technical Qualifications 10+ years of sophisticated real estate transactional experience. Experience at a major national law firm is required.

Demonstrated experience with:

o Acquisitions and dispositions o Build-to-suit leasing (industrial/data center preferred) o Ground leases and complex commercial leases o Zoning, entitlements, and land-use matters o Coordinating closings and negotiating complex documentation Experience mentoring junior attorneys is preferred. Other Requirements Must be licensed and in good standing in the state where the candidate will practice. Submission of a resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet is required. Compensation & Benefits Company offers a competitive senior-attorney compensation structure, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) Short-term and long-term disability Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off and paid holiday. Discretionary bonuses.

Pay:

$325,000.00•$440,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Loan forgiveness Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): A Juris Doctor, JD is required Commercial Real estate Development & Redevelopment Built•to•Suit / Ground & Complex commercial Leasing Acquisitions, Dispositions & Joint Ventures.

REIT Experience Work Location:

In person