Real Estate Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established, full-service law firm with over 100 years of experience in the Greenville community is seeking a skilled Real Estate Attorney. The firm has a strong reputation for handling complex commercial real estate and financing transactions. The role will involve advising clients on a wide range of real estate matters, including land use, zoning, tax credits, and economic development incentives. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in real estate law, with strong communication and organizational skills. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who values both client service and community involvement.

Location:

• Greenville, SC

Duties:

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase contracts, leases, financing documents, and other corporate and real estate-related agreements
• Review title examinations, title commitments, title policies, and surveys
• Draft and respond to title objection letters
• Coordinate and conduct closings and manage post-closing documentation
• Advise clients on land use, zoning issues, and other real estate concerns
• Assist clients with tax credit opportunities and economic development incentives
• Support senior attorneys with commercial real estate matters
• Supervise and mentor paralegal and legal assistant staff
• Advise other attorneys within the firm on real estate-related matters
• Organize and maintain client files in an effective and efficient manner

Requirements:

• Experience representing developers or clients in complex commercial real estate and financing transactions
• Strong academic credentials
• Licensed in South Carolina, or willingness to become licensed in the state
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong work ethic
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and writing skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Professional demeanor with high levels of confidentiality
• Commitment to community involvement and the legal profession
• Experience with economic development incentives (preferred, not required)
• Familiarity with SoftPro (preferred, not required)

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the South Carolina Bar (or willingness to become admitted)

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in South Carolina (or ability to obtain admission)

Skills:

• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills
• Excellent negotiation and client communication skills
• Ability to manage complex transactions and advise clients effectively
• Proficient in managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team

Benefits:

• Profit sharing plan
• Health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Miscellaneous health and dependent care reimbursement
• Salary commensurate with experience

This South California-based full-service law firm provides legal representation to clients in a wide range of cases. Its major practice areas include commercial real estate, corporate law, employment law, environmental law, intellectual property, antitrust and trade regulation, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and alternative dispute resolution. The firm and its attorneys have been providing these legal services for over 90 years. The firm's offices are located in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, South California.