Real Estate Transactions Attorney

RR Donnelley • Warrenville, IL

75d • $70,000 - $110,000

About The Position

RRD is seeking an experienced, high-caliber Part-Time Real Estate Transactions Attorney to join its Legal Department. This role is focused exclusively on supporting the company's real estate portfolio and requires approximately 20-25 hours per week.

Requirements

• Law degree (J.D. or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• 3–5 years of significant experience working within a law firm or corporate environment, with proven expertise in real estate transactions and lease negotiations.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with senior leadership, C-suite executives, and external parties.

Nice To Haves

• Proven track record of drafting and negotiating contracts solely related to complex real estate transactions and commercial leases.
• Ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice that aligns with the company’s real estate business strategy.
• Self-confident, mature, and an adept communicator who can operate with a minimum of direct supervision and serve as a trusted advisor to senior management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a diverse team, prioritizing business objectives and demonstrating an open, collaborative style.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key legal advisor on all real estate matters, taking the lead on negotiations and documentation.
• Act as lead counsel for all real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and various property matters.
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial leases, preferably for retail and industrial properties, and manage lease renewals and amendments.
• Develop, review, and negotiate all contracts related to the real estate portfolio.
• Provide timely legal advice and counsel to management on real estate-related legal and business matters, including risk allocation and contract structure.
• Work collaboratively with business teams to ensure legal strategies align with real estate objectives.
• Work closely with RRD’s property management services provider.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employer/partner discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees