Real Estate Transactional Attorney

Job Title: Real Estate Transactional Attorney

Location

Hartford, CT

Work Arrangement

Onsite (Full-Time)

Compensation

$140,000 – $170,000 per year

About the Organization

Our client is a well-established law firm with a strong reputation for delivering sophisticated legal services to businesses, developers, financial institutions, and private clients. They offer comprehensive legal counsel across a broad range of practice areas, including real estate, corporate law, litigation, finance, and business transactions. Known for a collaborative culture and client-focused approach, the firm provides attorneys with opportunities for complex legal work and professional growth.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a talented and motivated Real Estate Transactional Attorney to join a sophisticated and growing real estate practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, leasing transactions, and related due diligence activities.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Management

Manage commercial real estate transactions from inception through closing.

Drafting

Negotiation

Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, easements, and related transactional documents.

Due Diligence

Conduct and analyze due diligence, including title review, surveys, zoning matters, and property-related reports.

Client Advisory

Advise clients on a variety of commercial real estate transactions and legal issues; identify legal risks and develop practical, business-oriented solutions.

Coordination

Coordinate and oversee real estate closings; collaborate with attorneys, clients, lenders, developers, and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Education/Licensures

Admission to the Connecticut Bar is required.

Experience

3–5 years of experience handling commercial real estate transactions, specifically acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of real estate due diligence, title review, and closing procedures.

Soft Skills

Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple matters independently in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with commercial real estate financing transactions.

Exposure to office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use property transactions.

Experience representing developers, lenders, investors, or commercial property owners.