Associate Counsel
Posted: 03/09/2026
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Job Category: Attorney / Partner / Associate
Job Number: 13251
Pay Rate: 200,000
Job Description
HumanHire is partnering with a commercial real estate investment and development firm to hire an In-House Real Estate Attorney in Madison, NJ for a hybrid role (3 days onsite). This position offers ownership of the firm’s legal operations, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and corporate matters.
Job Responsibilities:
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Draft, review, and negotiate commercial real estate documents (leases, purchase/sale agreements, service contracts, LOIs, estoppels, SNDAs)
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Support acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing, including due diligence, title review, zoning, and closing requirements
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Manage lease administration and resolve tenant-related issues
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Maintain legal forms and property documentation
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Monitor regulatory filings, licenses, and compliance requirements
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Advise leadership on real estate, corporate, and operational legal matters
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Oversee litigation and coordinate with outside counsel as needed
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Utilize AI-powered legal tools for contract review, compliance, and workflow efficiency
Requirements:
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J.D. degree with strong academic performance
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Admission to practice law in New Jersey
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5+ years in commercial real estate transactions (acquisitions, dispositions, leasing)
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Law firm or in-house legal experience in commercial real estate
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Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Preferred Skills:
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Real estate litigation experience
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Knowledge of 1031 exchanges
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Proficiency or interest in AI-assisted legal tools for drafting, review, and contract analysis
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Interest in implementing legal tech solutions for document management and deal workflows
Benefits:
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Four weeks PTO
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Paid holidays
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Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
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401(k) with company match
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