Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney

Transactional Commercial Real Estate Attorney needed in St. Louis This Jobot Job is hosted by:

Angela Trudeau Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $200,000 per year A bit about us:

We are working with a St. Louis law firm engaged primarily in the practice of commercial transactions and commercial litigation.

The firm is comprised of attorneys divided functionally between transactional law and litigation.

The transactional practice is further divided into the following interrelated disciplines: real estate; tax credit financing; HUD/FHA financing; charitable organizations; corporate; tax and estate planning; and healthcare. The litigation practice is further divided into general civil litigation and labor and employment. Why join us?

Although considered a small to medium sized firm by today’s standards, we have gained a national reputation in the tax credit financing, HUD/FHA and real estate areas. We are particularly proud that we have represented the owners and developers of many of the largest urban revitalization projects in St. Louis, Kansas City and throughout the country.

We believe that our size allows us to provide more personalized service to our clients. Job Details Draft leases, purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, deeds, etc. for commercial real estate transactions. Coordinate and direct the review, management and preparation of commercial leasing and acquisition documentation.

Review Purchase and Sale Agreements, due diligence, monitor contingencies, review and prepare title objections, survey and environmental reviews, closing documents and wire transfers. Conduct closings and complete post-closing documentation and administration. Review leases and Common Area Maintenance clauses.

Review and monitor agreements with developers, approval of conditions required prior to draw disbursement and developer payment. Draft and review initial documentation, obtain approvals, modified documents as necessary and coordinated document execution. Negotiate leases and amendments.

Review title policies and ALTA surveys for conformance. Manage and negotiate vendor and employment contracts.

Draft and review complex operating agreements and bylaws, shareholders’ agreements, master service and service level agreements, private placement memorandums, indemnity agreements, and other client contracts.

Draft correspondence on behalf of landlords to commercial tenants’ management and counsel relating to claims, defenses, and other disputes arising under lease agreements. Provide assistance to senior level attorneys, senior paralegals and staff members, review and preparation of documents, reports and correspondence. Effectively organize and maintain case and client files.

Monitor and calendar case deadlines. Required Skills: Minimum 3-7 years job experience as an attorney with commercial and transactional experience with an interest in foreign investment and immigration.

Willing to pitch in and support growing legal department in a fast-paced growing environment. Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise. Skilled at meeting strict deadlines under significant time pressure Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of professionalism and client orientation Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively work with various types of clients Fast thinker/quick learner Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize and work independently.

Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.