Commercial Real Estate Attorney in Oak Brook

Job Description

Commercial Real Estate Attorney: 8+ Years’ Experience
Location: Oak Brooke (Hybrid options available)
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $115,000 – $140,000 (commensurate with experience) + performance-based bonuses

Overview: We are a respected and growing law firm, seeking a seasoned Commercial Real Estate Attorney with 8+ years of broad transactional real estate experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial and collaborative team with a strong focus on sophisticated, hands-on work in a thriving commercial real estate practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate real estate contracts and leases across various asset classes
• Manage all aspects of retail development projects for developers
• Handle zoning, entitlement, and land use matters
• Lead commercial acquisitions and dispositions
• Conduct due diligence, including title and survey review
• Negotiate and close complex financing and loan documentation transactions

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial real estate law
• Strong background in acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, zoning/entitlements, construction, and finance
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills
• Personable, articulate, and a team-oriented mindset
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (or eligible for admission)

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary ($115,000 – $140,000), based on experience
• Generous performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with firm contribution
• Paid time off
• CLE reimbursement and ongoing professional development support
• Clear path for advancement within the firm

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.