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Associate - Real Estate

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$220 - $250/hr

... hospitality, franchise acquisitions, and community development. Who This Is For You are an ambitious real estate attorney with 3 to 6 years of firm experience, ideally within an AmLaw platform or a ...

Eques Law Group

Legal Secretary

Westerville, OH · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Attorney & Paralegal Support * Serve as an administrative support partner to attorneys and ... Prior legal, administrative, office, hospitality, or client-service experience preferred but not ...

Eques Law Group

Legal Secretary

Westerville, OH · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Attorney & Paralegal Support * Serve as an administrative support partner to attorneys and ... Prior legal, administrative, office, hospitality, or client-service experience preferred but not ...

Eques Law Group

Legal Secretary

Westerville, OH · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Attorney & Paralegal Support * Serve as an administrative support partner to attorneys and ... Prior legal, administrative, office, hospitality, or client-service experience preferred but not ...

Tri-C

Adjunct Faculty, Paralegal Studies

Parma, OH · On-site

$951/wk

Department: Business, Legal Professions & Hospitality Location: Western Campus Reports To ... Five years professional experience as either an attorney or a paralegal * Demonstrated experience ...

SkySource Solutions

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Customer Service Representative (HYBRID)

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$20/hr

Provide attorney referrals * Support website navigation and digital self-service tools * Process ... Hospitality Customer Service * Financial Services Customer Support Education Preferred: * Bachelor ...

K2services

Lead Service Specialist

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

... hospitality and facilities services. Our Mission: Ourmissionis to providemodernized technology ... enable attorneys and legal professionals to focus on delivering outstanding results for their ...

GO Rentals

Relationship Manager, Private Aviation

Troy, OH · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

A relationship-builder with 3-5 years in luxury hospitality, premium guest services, aviation, or ... Will Prep, Living Trust, Healthcare Directives, Power of Attorney * Identity Theft Assistance ...

Planet Payment

... and hospitality customers. We create great experiences for the millions of people who use our ... Coordinate resolutions, powers of attorney and corporate approvals. * Assist with incorporations ...

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How much do hospitality attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospitality attorney in Ohio is $93,482.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,300.00 and $114,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospitality attorney?

A Hospitality Attorney is a legal professional who specializes in the laws and regulations affecting the hospitality industry, including hotels, restaurants, resorts, and entertainment venues. They assist businesses with contracts, licensing, employment law, liability issues, and regulatory compliance. Their role also includes handling disputes, defending against lawsuits, and ensuring that hospitality businesses operate within local, state, and federal laws.

Who are the typical clients or business partners a hospitality attorney works with on a regular basis?

Hospitality Attorneys frequently collaborate with hotel and restaurant owners, property managers, franchise operators, and real estate developers, along with in-house legal teams and external counsel. They often work closely with human resources and compliance departments to address employment law concerns and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day, you may also negotiate with vendors, represent clients in disputes, and review contracts for leases, acquisitions, or franchise agreements. This collaborative, multidisciplinary approach ensures legal protection throughout various business dealings in the hospitality sector.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospitality attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospitality Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, state bar admission, and strong knowledge of hospitality law including franchise, real estate, and employment regulations. Familiarity with contract management software, legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and compliance tracking tools is often required. Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and client-relations skills set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure that legal risks are minimized and business operations run smoothly within the highly regulated hospitality industry.

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Infographic showing various Hospitality Attorney job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $93,482 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Real Estate Attorney - Senior Leasing Counsel

Benderson Development Company, LLC

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Join One of the Nation's Largest Privately Held Commercial Real Estate Companies

Benderson Development owns and manages more than 1,000 commercial properties encompassing over 56+ million square feet across 40 states. Our diverse portfolio includes retail, office, industrial, hospitality, mixed-use, residential, and land holdings.

We are seeking an experienced commercial real estate attorney to join our in-house legal team as Senior Leasing Counsel. This role offers the opportunity to negotiate and structure sophisticated leasing transactions across a nationally recognized portfolio while partnering closely with experienced leasing professionals and business leaders.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys negotiating complex transactions, providing practical legal guidance, and working as a strategic business partner in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

As Senior Leasing Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting commercial leasing transactions across our national portfolio.

Responsibilities include:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, amendments, renewals, estoppels, SNDAs, waivers, termination agreements, and other related real estate documents.
  • Partner with leasing professionals to negotiate transactions and develop practical business solutions while protecting the company's legal interests.
  • Advise internal stakeholders on lease interpretation, risk analysis, exclusives, use restrictions, operating covenants, and ongoing contractual obligations.
  • Structure and negotiate lease modifications throughout the lifecycle of tenant relationships.
  • Support acquisitions and dispositions through contract review, due diligence, and transactional matters.
  • Assist with eminent domain matters, government incentive programs, and other commercial real estate legal issues.
  • Collaborate with leasing, development, construction, finance, property management, and executive leadership to facilitate successful transactions.
  • Manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously while balancing legal risk with business objectives.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
  • Seven (7) or more years of commercial real estate transactional experience, including significant commercial leasing responsibility.
  • Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial lease documents.
  • Strong business judgment with the ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial leasing transactions across one of the nation's largest privately held real estate portfolios.
  • Direct collaboration with experienced leasing professionals and executive leadership.
  • A collaborative, business-minded legal environment where attorneys are valued as strategic partners.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Long-term career opportunity with an established, financially strong real estate owner and developer.

Salary Range: $150,000 - $250,000

Final compensation will be based on geographic location, experience, qualifications, and overall skill set.

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