What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Attorney position at Boardman & Clark LLP?
Title
Attorney – Real Estate
Location
Brookfield, WI
Job Overview
Boardman Clark is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Real Estate Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have seven to ten years of experience in real estate law, demonstrating a thorough understanding of legal principles, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven track record of successful transactions.
This position will work primarily from the Brookfield office, but this position will require travel to Madison as work and training requires.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal advice and consultation to clients regarding real estate transactions, including purchase agreements, leasing agreements, and property disputes.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to real estate transactions to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Conduct thorough due diligence on real estate transactions, including title searches, property inspections, and verification of legal documents.
- Ensure compliance with all real estate regulations and laws, including zoning laws, environmental regulations, and property tax laws.
- Represent clients in negotiations with buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants, striving for favorable outcomes that align with clients' best interests.
- Oversee the entire process of real estate transactions, from initial consultation to closing, ensuring all legal and procedural requirements are met.
- Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff to provide comprehensive legal services to clients.
- Stay updated on current trends and changes in real estate law and conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Ability to handle real estate disputes and litigation, including representing clients in court, mediation, or arbitration is a plus.
Attorney Qualifications
- Seven to ten years of experience in real estate law.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership and in good standing in the jurisdiction where practicing.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Proven ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other legal professionals and support staff.