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Assistant General Counsel, Commercial Real Estate

H&P Executive Search
Mc Lean, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2026

Location: McLean, Virginia (Onsite)


Salary: $230,000 - 290,000 base bonus incentives


Position Overview:

We are working with a growing real estate investment and management firm, who are seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel to support their legal team, with a primary focus on real estate transactions and commercial leasing. This role will work closely with acquisitions, asset management, and leasing teams to support the organizations continued expansion.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support acquisitions and dispositions of commercial real estate assets, including due diligence, purchase and sale agreements, and closing processes
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases (office, retail, and industrial), including amendments, renewals, and terminations
  • Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and business implications related to leasing and property operations
  • Manage outside counsel on specialized matters and litigation as needed


Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in Virginia (or ability to obtain promptly)
  • 4 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a law firm and/or in-house real estate group
  • Strong experience in commercial real estate transactions and leasing


If this interests you, apply, or reach me directly: dhill@hpexec.com

Salary : $230,000 - $290,000

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