Attorney Real Estate

Woodbury Corporation•Salt Lake City, UT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled commercial real estate attorney to join our dynamic in-house legal team. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our diverse commercial real estate operations by preparing, reviewing, and processing a wide range of documents related to such transactions. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex and varied commercial real estate matters within a stable, growth-oriented company that values professional development and work-life balance.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active member of the Utah State Bar or eligible for admission
If not currently a member of the Utah Bar, must be licensed and in good standing in another U.S. state
Minimum of 2 years of legal practice experience with demonstrated commercial real estate transaction experience
Strong foundation in real property law and contract law
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Outstanding critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Proven ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Commercial real estate leasing experience, including retail, office, and industrial lease negotiations
Familiarity with mixed-use development projects
Knowledge of Utah real estate law and local market conditions
Background in land use, zoning, and entitlement matters
Proficiency with real estate-specific software and document management systems

Responsibilities

Prepare and review commercial lease agreements, amendments, assignments, and subleases.
Draft, review, and negotiate organizational documents and structuring for real estate ventures.
Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, development agreements, and related transaction documents.
Conduct thorough due diligence reviews including title examinations, survey reviews, and zoning analyses.
Coordinate with title companies, escrow agents, and other third parties to facilitate smooth transaction closings.
Review and analyze loan documents, including construction loans, permanent financing, and refinancing agreements.
Prepare and review easements, covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs), and other land use documents.
Support property acquisitions and dispositions across multiple asset classes.
Manage transaction timelines and ensure compliance with contractual deadlines.
Collaborate with internal development, project management, property management, and finance teams.
Research and analyze applicable real estate laws and regulations