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Senior Counsel – Real Estate Jobs in San Rafael, California, USA at Talently

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About the Company & Opportunity

Are you a legal professional with deep experience in real estate and construction law? Join an industry-leading retail company with over 5,000 employees. We are hiring a Senior Counsel to become a key member of our small but high-impact legal team. This role offers the opportunity to provide strategic legal guidance on a wide range of real estate and construction matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Draft and negotiate leases, building leases, and land purchase agreements

Advise on and assess legal risks related to joint venture transactions

Draft and negotiate real estate documents, including amendments, estoppels, SNDAs, broker agreements, and subleases

Draft and negotiate construction-related contracts (e.g., general contractor agreements)

Support real estate assets throughout their lifecycle, including permits, zoning, licensing, and construction oversight

Resolve pre-litigation landlord disputes and tenant occupancy compliance matters

Manage multiple outside counsel relationships and deliverables

Collaborate with executive leadership to optimize the real estate portfolio and support ongoing growth

Review lease provisions and provide timely, business-focused legal advice

Must-Have Qualifications

JD and active membership in the California State Bar

5–10 years of legal experience in real estate transactions and leasing

Experience drafting and negotiating construction contracts

Prior in-house legal experience

Preferred Qualifications

Background with a top-tier law firm

Familiarity with zoning, land use, and permitting processes

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function Legal

Industries Retail and Hospitality

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Title: Senior Counsel – Real Estate

Company: Talently

Location: San Rafael, California, USA

Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Real Estate Attorney, Legal Secretary)

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