Associate Counsel – Real Estate (Retail Leasing)

Ivy Rehab•White Plains, NY

56d•$175,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Ivy Rehab is a rapidly growing network of outpatient physical, occupational, speech therapy, and ABA clinics, with over 700 locations across the United States. At Ivy, we are committed to providing exceptional care for our patients and fostering a culture of clinical and operational excellence. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a skilled and self-sufficient real estate attorney with a strong background in retail leasing and commercial real estate transactions to join our in-house Legal team. The Associate Counsel – Real Estate (Retail Leasing) will play a key role in managing the legal aspects of Ivy Rehab’s nationwide real estate portfolio. This position will focus on negotiating and finalizing new (de novo and acquired) retail lease arrangements and handling all related and ancillary real estate agreements, including amendments, renewals, SNDAs, and estoppels. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in retail leasing and be comfortable independently managing transactions and advising internal stakeholders with minimal external legal support.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
6–10 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on retail leasing and commercial real estate transactions.
In-house experience is a plus but not required; however, the candidate must be confident operating autonomously on real estate matters.
Demonstrated experience managing a high volume of leasing transactions and legal documentation.
Strong negotiation skills with a practical, business-oriented approach and sound judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Nice To Haves

In-house experience

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate de novo retail leases and associated real estate documents across Ivy’s expanding clinic portfolio.
Partner with internal business teams and landlords to align lease terms with Ivy’s operational and strategic goals.
Review and negotiate various real estate-related documents, including: Lease amendments and extensions SNDAs (Subordination, Non-Disturbance, and Attornment Agreements) Estoppel certificates Assignment, consent, terminations, and other ancillary agreements
Provide legal counsel on real estate-related issues, such as dispute resolution, landlord-tenant obligations, enforcement actions, and operational concerns.
Collaborate with Real Estate, Operations, Finance, and Compliance teams to ensure that legal terms align with business needs.
Support the development and refinement of internal lease templates, negotiation playbooks, and process efficiencies.
Track and manage the status of lease negotiations and approvals through appropriate internal systems and workflows.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
Generous paid time off and parental leave
Remote work flexibility
Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a mission-driven healthcare organization

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