Commercial Leasing Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Commercial Leasing Associate in Chicago, IL. This role offers the chance to engage with sophisticated clients in the evolving data center and energy sectors. The candidate will handle commercial leasing matters, including drafting and negotiating leases and related agreements.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate commercial leases and related agreements.
• Manage transfer consents, lender subordination agreements, and work letters.
• Address development issues related to power, water, and infrastructure.
• Collaborate on zoning, entitlements, and permit processes.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of commercial leasing experience.
• Experience with service level agreements and data center projects preferred.
• Am Law 100 firm experience required.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission in the jurisdiction of the resident office location.

Skills

• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.