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Commercial Real Estate Staff Attorney

SNI Companies, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


Locations:

Washington, DC | Baltimore, MD | Northern Virginia

Position Type:

Full-Time | Staff Attorney (Non-Partnership Track)

Position Overview A premier, high–caliber law firm is seeking a

Commercial Real Estate Staff Attorney

to support its sophisticated real estate practice across the Mid-Atlantic region. This role is ideal for an experienced attorney who enjoys

high-level transactional work

in a collaborative environment, without the business development pressures of a partnership-track position.

The Staff Attorney will work closely with partners and associates on a wide range of

complex commercial real estate transactions , representing institutional clients, developers, lenders, and investors.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate

commercial real estate documents , including:

Purchase and sale agreements

Commercial leases (office, retail, industrial)

Loan documents and financing agreements

Easements, declarations, and development agreementsConduct and manage

title and survey review , including:

Identifying and resolving title objections

Reviewing ALTA surveys

Coordinating with title companies

Support

acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions

from diligence through closing

Zoning and land use analysis

Review of organizational documents, service contracts, and property-level agreements

Coordinate and manage

closings , including preparation of closing checklists and deliverables

Interface with

clients, lenders, opposing counsel, and third-party service providers

Assist with

post-closing matters

and file organization

Collaborate with internal teams across

corporate, tax, and finance practices

as needed

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school and

active bar admission

in at least one of the following: DC, Maryland, or Virginia (or ability to waive in)

4–9+ years

of commercial real estate transactional experience, preferably at a law firm

Strong experience with

leasing, acquisitions/dispositions, and/or real estate finance

Proficiency in

title and survey review

Excellent drafting, organizational, and analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience representing

institutional clients, REITs, developers, or lenders

Familiarity with

multi-state transactions

Why This Role

Work on

high-profile, sophisticated transactions

with leading real estate attorneys

Predictable workflow relative to traditional associate roles

Collaborative, team-oriented culture

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Compensation

Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)

Full benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off

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