Legal Intern - Commercial Real Estate
About The Position
HJH Investments is a dynamic commercial real estate firm and our mission, to protect then grow investor capital, is the foundation for every decision we make. We are seeking a motivated first-year law student to join our team as a Commercial Real Estate Legal Intern, supporting lease drafting and document preparation on a part-time, fully remote basis. This role provides hands-on exposure to commercial real estate transactions while working closely with experienced real estate professionals and licensed counsel. This position is ideal for a 1L interested in commercial real estate, transactional law, or in-house legal work who wants practical drafting experience alongside their legal studies. HJH Investments is an equal opportunity employer. All team members of HJH are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect. HJH makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. If you are in need of an accommodation through the application process, please contact Vicki Kuhn, Human Resources Director at [email protected] or by phone at 469-702-1031 ext 115.
Requirements
- Current first-year law student (1L) at an ABA-accredited law school
- Strong legal writing and attention to detail
- Ability to follow templates, drafting instructions, and style guidelines
- Comfort working independently in a remote environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word (including redlining and formatting)
- Interest in commercial real estate or transactional law
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in real estate, legal support, or document drafting (paralegal, title company, brokerage, or in-house exposure) a plus
- Coursework or demonstrated interest in contracts or property law
Responsibilities
- Draft and revise commercial real estate lease documents using approved templates, including leases, amendments, renewals, and exhibits
- Incorporate business terms from letters of intent (LOIs), deal summaries, and redlines into lease drafts
- Assist with document formatting, proofreading, and consistency checks
- Prepare lease summaries or abstracts as requested
- Track document versions and maintain organized electronic files
- Respond to feedback and revisions from internal stakeholders and supervising counsel
- Perform all work under the supervision of licensed attorneys or senior staff (no client-facing legal advice)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
