Leasing Counsel

We are looking for an experienced Leasing Counsel on a contract basis. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial real estate transactions, including leasing and tenant negotiations, while providing legal expertise to support business operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in commercial real estate law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage high-volume transactional work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Draft and negotiate lease agreements, letters of intent, subleases, amendments, and other related real estate documents. • Collaborate with leasing teams to resolve legal and business issues during tenant lease negotiations. • Manage leases for existing tenants and new tenants, including mom-and-pop shops and major retailers. • Support the team in handling high-volume transactions, approximately 20 deals per month. • Collaborate with directors and senior leasing counsel to align legal strategies with business goals. Qualifications: • At least 5 years of experience drafting and negotiating complex retail, office, or mixed-use lease agreements. • Preferred experience in REITs, retail real estate companies, or big-box retail environments. • Preferred active Bar license in at least one of the following states: California, Illinois, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington. • Strong academic background and detail-oriented experience in both law firms and in-house roles. • Exceptional communication, analytical, and negotiation skills with attention to detail. Compensation $70.00-$90.00 Hourly About Us Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Apply tot his job

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