Associate Real Estate Attorney

Monroe Moxness Berg PA•Edina, MN

9h•$130,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Monroe Moxness Berg (MMB) is a boutique Minneapolis (Bloomington) law firm nationally recognized for its innovative work in brand concept growth and protection, multi-unit franchising and distribution, and corporate finance. We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team. This role focuses on supporting the acquisition, development, sale, and leasing of restaurant, retail, and manufacturing facilities, including local and national multi-unit properties for sophisticated clients. The position involves close collaboration with our real estate and mergers & acquisitions teams and includes meaningful work on title and survey matters, transaction documents, due diligence, and closings. MMB embraces a team-based, collegial environment dedicated to professional growth—both in legal skills and in building a strong client base.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota (or eligible for immediate admission)
1-5 years of commercial real estate experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or comparable real estate environment
Experience drafting and reviewing commercial real estate agreements, including leases, purchase and sale agreements, conveyance documents, and related closing materials
Working knowledge of title and review, due diligence, and the closing process
Ability to identify and summarize key issues in purchase agreements, leases, title commitments, surveys, and closing documents
Clear, concise drafting skills and attention to consistency, defined terms, and client-specific requirements
Sound judgment in knowing when to raise issues, ask questions, recommend practical next steps, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues
Strong organization and follow-through on due diligence checklists, closing timelines, and transaction deliverables
Detail-oriented, responsive, and able to manage multiple transaction tasks with appropriate supervision
Creative problem-solver who uses internal and external resources effectively
Commitment to ensuring documents are carefully reviewed, accurate, and ready for signature
Comfort coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and internal team members
Interest in developing client relationships and growing within a collaborative real estate practice

Nice To Haves

Exposure to leasing
Exposure to financing
Exposure to Phase I environmental review

Responsibilities

Supporting the acquisition, development, sale, and leasing of restaurant, retail, and manufacturing facilities, including local and national multi-unit properties for sophisticated clients.
Close collaboration with real estate and mergers & acquisitions teams.
Meaningful work on title and survey matters, transaction documents, due diligence, and closings.
Identifying and summarizing key issues in purchase agreements, leases, title commitments, surveys, and closing documents.
Drafting clear, concise documents with attention to consistency, defined terms, and client-specific requirements.
Knowing when to raise issues, ask questions, recommend practical next steps, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
Managing due diligence checklists, closing timelines, and transaction deliverables.
Coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and internal team members.
Developing client relationships and growing within a collaborative real estate practice.