Real Estate Attorney

Merus•Cincinnati, OH

19d

About The Position

REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY Why Merus? Formerly known as Al. Neyer, Merus combines more than 130 years of commercial real estate expertise with an integrated team of company owners. We specialize in the construction, development, ownership, and management of a diverse portfolio of real estate assets across a growing footprint in the eastern U.S. We’re all owners here. This not only sets us apart but deeply influences our culture and operations. Every team member demonstrates a deeper sense of ownership and accountability — in both their daily tasks and the collective success of the organization. Learn more about our culture at www.merus1894.com . Summary of Responsibilities The Real Estate Attorney will assist the Associate General Counsel and Real Estate Development market teams with complex commercial and industrial real estate transactions from initial contract through due diligence, leasing, financing, closing, construction and disposition.

Requirements

Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong work ethic and ability to self-start.
Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and seek help when needed.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to interpret information from a variety of sources and produce consistent, accurate, and useful documents.
Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to ask questions and work collaboratively.
Hard-working team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
Ability to work under time pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with accuracy.
Ability to exercise discretion with confidential information.
Comfort with ambiguity and working in a fast-paced environment.
J.D. from an accredited law school and a valid license to practice law.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (with strong emphasis on Word and Excel).
2-5 years of commercial real estate law practice experience.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements.
Manage and oversee the legal functions related to the acquisition and disposition of properties.
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, estoppels, and subordination agreements.
Review and negotiate financing agreements with lenders.
Review title commitments and surveys, prepare title/survey objection letters, and interface directly with Merus paralegals, title companies, and surveyors to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
Review environmental reports and work to resolve any identified issues.
Draft, review, and negotiate development agreements with third-party partners.
Draft operating agreements and joint venture agreements with investors and partners.
Draft and negotiate construction agreements with owners.
Research legal matters as needed, including but not limited to corporate and real estate law.