Transactional Real Estate Attorney

We are looking for a Transactional Real Estate Attorney to join a respected legal team in Houston, Texas. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney who brings substantial experience in commercial real estate matters and values direct client engagement in a collegial, team-oriented setting. The role focuses on guiding clients through leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, and related transactions while delivering practical legal counsel throughout each stage of the deal.

Responsibilities:
• Handle a broad range of commercial real estate matters, providing legal support from initial structuring through closing and post-closing follow-up.
• Prepare, examine, and negotiate lease documents, including new agreements, extensions, revisions, and ancillary leasing instruments.
• Counsel both property owners and occupants on lease strategy, risk considerations, and other issues tied to commercial real estate operations.
• Support purchase and sale transactions involving commercial properties by drafting key documents and coordinating deal progress.
• Create and negotiate transaction-related agreements such as development contracts, easement documents, and other real estate instruments.
• Review title materials, surveys, and diligence records to identify concerns and help resolve transaction-related issues.
• Partner closely with clients to understand business objectives and translate them into effective legal solutions.
• Work alongside fellow attorneys and outside stakeholders on sophisticated matters requiring coordinated legal and commercial analysis.
• Offer clear, practical advice throughout the full transaction lifecycle to help clients make informed business decisions.• At least 4 years of experience practicing transactional real estate law.
• Demonstrated background in commercial leasing, with the ability to manage complex leasing matters confidently.
• Experience advising landlords, tenants, or both in sophisticated commercial lease negotiations.
• Strong legal drafting, contract negotiation, and client communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple active matters independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Active admission to the Texas Bar with membership in good standing.