Commercial Real Estate Equity Partner

Overview

Equity partner handling complex commercial real estate transactions & business development.

Requirements

• 10+ years
• commercial real estate
• bar licensed
• negotiation
• business development
• commercial lending

What You Bring

-Experience with entitlement, zoning, and tax issues as they relate to real estate and construction transactions is also preferred but not required -10 or more years of experience practicing commercial real estate law. A portable book of business is required for this role. -Excellent writing and oral communication skills. Attention to detail, self-directed, and an ability to work efficiently on a several different matters at a time -Strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be an integral part of the team, and will have the confidence and demeanor to interact and build relationships with the Firm's clients. This attorney will serve as business advisor to clients, guiding them in a full range of legal matters throughout their life cycle -Additional experience in commercial lending and banking transactions, including commercial real estate loans, asset-based loans, or other secured credit facilities is a plus -Strong real estate experience in a variety of transactional matters, including commercial office and retail leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, development, lending and financing. Candidates should also have experience handling title, survey, environmental and entity real estate diligence matters -Candidates can look forward to a practice that will include handling all aspects of complex and sophisticated deals and transactions for clients of all sizes and across industries. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is highly motivated and seeking a positive career trajectory. We are seeking an attorney who is interested in business development and being part of the Firm's overall succession plan. -Candidates must be currently licensed in Colorado or Illinois or licensed in another state with a UBE score that qualifies in Illinois or Colorado for comity, be eligible to waive in, or be willing to sit for an upcoming IL/CO bar exam (open to relocation candidates that meet these requirements) -Ability to lead, negotiate, manage and close complex transactions, as well as draft material agreements and documents

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Benefits

-Pre-tax commuter benefits and wellness programs (e.g., in-office gym and massages; 24/7 tele-medicine) -Hybrid in-office/remote role -Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment -Healthcare (medical, vision, dental), life and long-term disability insurance -Competitive compensation, benefits package including 401k and profit sharing -Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave

About Gould & Ratner Llp

-The firm evolved from a small corporate practice into a multidimensional legal advisor. -Over decades, it grew from three attorneys handling general corporate work into a midsize firm with broad capabilities in corporate, real estate, tax, estate planning, construction, litigation, and environmental law. -Typical engagements include venture-backed startup financings, mergers, major real estate development deals, and complex construction disputes. -Notable projects include Chicago's LaSalle Street corridor revitalization initiative and transactional, litigation, and regulatory matters across industrial, hospitality, and technology sectors. -Lawyers often serve as practical, business-savvy counsel, acting as outsourced general counsel for startups, family offices, and private investment funds. -Despite its scale, the firm maintains a tightly knit structure, enabling attorneys to handle multiple legal disciplines for a single client in a seamless manner.

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