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Red Lobster

Sr. Counsel, Real Estate

Orlando, FL

$130K - $176K/yr

The Sr. Counsel, Real Estate analyzes, drafts, negotiates, and provides advice relating to all facets of the real property owned and leased by the Company. From time to time, the attorney will also ...

Red Lobster

Sr. Counsel, Real Estate

Orlando, FL

$130K - $176K/yr

The Sr. Counsel, Real Estate analyzes, drafts, negotiates, and provides advice relating to all facets of the real property owned and leased by the Company. From time to time, the attorney will also ...

Red Lobster

Sr. Counsel, Real Estate

Orlando, FL · On-site

$130K - $176K/yr

The Sr. Counsel, Real Estate analyzes, drafts, negotiates, and provides advice relating to all facets of the real property owned and leased by the Company. From time to time, the attorney will also ...

Red Lobster

Sr. Counsel, Real Estate

Orlando, FL

$130K - $176K/yr

The Sr. Counsel, Real Estate analyzes, drafts, negotiates, and provides advice relating to all facets of the real property owned and leased by the Company. From time to time, the attorney will also ...

Red Lobster

Sr. Counsel, Real Estate

Orlando, FL · On-site

$130K - $176K/yr

The Sr. Counsel, Real Estate analyzes, drafts, negotiates, and provides advice relating to all facets of the real property owned and leased by the Company. From time to time, the attorney will also ...

Intersect

Legal Counsel, Real Estate

Charleston, WV · Remote

The successful candidate will manage and lead real estate legal support for development projects across multiple stages, partnering closely with commercial teams and outside counsel to help advance ...

Intersect

Legal Counsel, Real Estate

The successful candidate will manage and lead real estate legal support for development projects across multiple stages, partnering closely with commercial teams and outside counsel to help advance ...

Empire State

Sr. Executive Counsel, Real Estate

Albany, NY · On-site

$180K - $190K/yr

The Sr. Executive Counsel, Real Estate will serve as a lead legal strategist for ESD most complex real estate and economic development initiatives. Reporting to the General Counsel, this person will ...

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How much do counsel real estate jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for counsel real estate in the United States is $139,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $197,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Counsel Real Estate professionals when negotiating commercial leases?

Counsel Real Estate professionals often encounter challenges such as balancing the interests of landlords and tenants, navigating complex legal and regulatory requirements, and addressing unique property-specific concerns. Negotiations may involve intricate issues like tenant improvements, rent escalations, assignment and subletting rights, and default provisions. Close collaboration with clients, brokers, and opposing counsel is crucial to ensure favorable terms and minimize future disputes.

What is the difference between Counsel Real Estate vs Real Estate Agent?

AspectCounsel Real EstateReal Estate Agent
CredentialsLaw degree, state license, bar admissionReal estate license, pre-licensing courses
Work EnvironmentLegal offices, corporate settings, real estate firmsResidential and commercial property sales, brokerages
Employer & Industry UsageLaw firms, real estate developers, corporationsReal estate brokerages, independent agencies

In summary, Counsel Real Estate is a legal professional specializing in real estate law, requiring a law degree and bar admission, often working in legal or corporate environments. Real Estate Agents focus on property sales and require a real estate license, working primarily in brokerage firms. While both roles are involved in real estate, Counsel Real Estate provides legal advice, whereas Real Estate Agents facilitate property transactions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Counsel Real Estate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Counsel Real Estate, you need expertise in real estate law, contract negotiation, and due diligence, typically supported by a law degree and active bar membership. Familiarity with real estate management software, title and deed systems, and legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis is important. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure accurate legal guidance, risk mitigation, and successful transactions in complex real estate matters.

What does a Counsel Real Estate do?

A Counsel Real Estate, also known as a real estate attorney or legal counsel specializing in real estate, provides legal advice and services related to property transactions and real estate law. They assist clients with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, leases, and purchase agreements, as well as resolving disputes and conducting due diligence. Their work ensures that real estate deals comply with all applicable laws and regulations, protecting clients from legal risks. Counsel Real Estate professionals may work for law firms, corporations, or government agencies, and often handle matters like zoning, land use, title issues, and financing.
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Infographic showing various Counsel Real Estate job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 6% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,438 per year, or $67 per hour.

Associate Counsel- Real Estate

The Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta (AHA)

Atlanta, GA • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description


Position Title: Associate Counsel - Real Estate
Department: Office of General Counsel
Reports To: Deputy General Counsel Real Estate
Pay Grade: Q
Position Summary:
The Associate Counsel is a vital part of the Atlanta Housing’s (“AH”) in-house legal team devoted to preserving and creating affordable housing resources throughout the city of Atlanta. This legal support facilitates affordable housing resources for nearly 26,000 low-income households comprised of approximately 50,000 people. The incumbent will provide strategic and comprehensive legal advice and support to AH’s ambitious and complex multi-million-dollar real estate development initiatives from the initiation of the development concept through the financial closing. The Associate Counsel will serve as the lead counsel for AH’s mixed-finance, mixed-use, multi-family residential, single-family home and commercial developments, new as well as repositioning, rehabilitation, land acquisition, and related real estate deals and transactions. As a member of the in-house legal team, the Associate Counsel also provides oral and written advice to AH Business Units in matters relating to real estate, contracting, corporate governance, regulatory compliance and other legal matters impacting the business of AH. The Associate Counsel is responsible for and assists in the management and professional leadership development of attorneys and administrative support staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Associate Counsel include, but are not limited to, the following, as may be assigned by the Deputy General Counsel:
  • Prepares legal and transactional documents for mixed-finance real estate closings, conventional real estate closings and other real estate related transactions (e.g., conveyancing documents, purchase and sale agreements, developer agreements, loan documents, contracts, closing statements, restrictive covenants, corporate authority documents, etc.).
  • Drafts, reviews and negotiates general business contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and other agreements that are to be entered into by AH.
  • Performs due diligence reviews of closing and loan documents, title reports, environmental assessments, surveys, and other documents relating to real estate matters.
  • Performs high-level policy and corporate counsel responsibilities related to AH’s governing Board, AH’s affiliates, AH’s Executive Team, other senior executives and AH’s Business Units.
  • Provides leadership, mentoring and training to subordinate attorneys, legal assistants and paralegals.
  • Performs such other related duties as required and/or assigned.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
  • Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, in addition to possessing strong interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative manner with co-workers.
  • Must have keen analytical ability, be well organized and exercise the ability to plan, organize, and control various legal matters in an environment of multiple and possibly shifting priorities.
  • Strong judgment, legal acumen, analysis and reasoning abilities required in the review of legal documents, filings, or records.
  • Must demonstrate a knowledge of or an ability to acquire knowledge of housing laws, and HUD regulations and requirements, in addition to other applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to AH’s operations.
  • Must be results oriented and able to function in a moderately-paced collegial in-house counsel office.
  • Must demonstrate a desire and capability to provide outstanding leadership, coaching, mentoring and teaching of colleagues and co-workers.
Education and Experience:
  • Requires a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and an ideal candidate has at least 8+ years of experience working on complex real estate transactions or other related experience. Candidates with less experience may be considered for other attorney positions in the office. Large law firm, government agency or in-house counsel experience a plus, but not required.
  • Requires membership in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
  • Work requires demonstrated leadership performance in positions of increasing responsibility, independent decision-making and judgment, communication and organizational skills.
  • The work requires a demonstrated proficiency using AH’s current office technology and software applications and demonstrated use of such technology and applications on a regular basis.
Working Conditions
Work in a standard corporate office, although, there is currently an ability to work in a hybrid home office and in-office environment. The office environment is moderately paced with multi-task working conditions. May require frequent bending, stooping, reaching and prolonged sitting and/or standing. May require regular lifting usually not exceeding 15 lbs. Some travel may be required. May require a valid State of Georgia driver's license and be fully insurable for the purpose of obtaining clearance on AH’s authorized drivers list. May spend extended periods of time reading, reviewing, researching and writing legal and related corporate documents.

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