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OpusLex

Retail Leasing Attorney

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$225K/yr

Retail Leasing Attorney | In-House Opportunity MUST HAVE SIGNIFICANT RETAIL LEASING EXPERIENCE A growing commercial real estate organization based in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Retail ...

LeoForce

Leasing Attorney

Dallas, TX · On-site

$200 - $240/hr

Leasing Attorney Experience Mid Level Salary $200,000 - $240,000 per year Job Details You'll handle retail leasing matters for both landlords/developers and national tenants -- drafting, negotiating ...

Howard Hughes

Leasing Attorney

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

This attorney will own the legal leasing program in the region across the company's office, retail ... Draft, review, and negotiate office leases, retail leases, ground leases, letters of intent, and ...

Jobot

Leasing Attorney

Dallas, TX · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Job Details ----- You'll handle retail leasing matters for both landlords/developers and national ... senior attorneys get full autonomy and a direct hand in how the practice runs. Must-haves ...

Mall of America

Corporate Leasing Attorney

East Rutherford, NJ · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

The Corporate Leasing Attorney will manage all legal matters for a large commercial real estate development, primarily negotiating, drafting and revising a high volume of retail tenant leases, real ...

ImpactSearch Partners

$14 - $16.50/hr

Commercial Real Estate Leasing Attorney Atlanta, GA or Bethesda, MD Our Client is seeking a mid-to ... Represent landlords across multiple asset classes, including office, retail, and industrial sectors

Jobot

Commercial Leasing Attorney

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Commercial Leasing Attorney | $150k+ | NYC | Big-firm work, small-team feel This Jobot Job is ... Proven leasing experience across office/retail/industrial. * Familiarity with real estate financing ...

Jobot

Commercial Leasing Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$180K - $300K/yr

Our attorneys handle a broad range of commercial real estate matters, with particular strength in ... SOPHISTICATED REAL ESTATE WORK Handle meaningful commercial office and retail leasing matters ...

regency

Senior Leasing Counsel

Westport, CT · On-site

This person may lead, manage, and direct a subgroup of Regency's in-house Legal team, including attorneys and paralegals, focused on retail leasing within a particular region. What You'll Be Doing:

Jobot

Commercial Real Estate Leasing Attorney

Boston, MA · On-site

$250K - $320K/yr

The attorney will represent both landlords and tenants in high-value and strategically important ... Experience with office, industrial, life sciences, laboratory, retail, or mixed-use leasing. Strong ...

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How much do retail leasing attorney jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail leasing attorney in the United States is $20.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a retail leasing attorney?

A retail leasing attorney is a legal professional who specializes in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating lease agreements for retail properties such as shopping centers, storefronts, and malls. They represent either landlords or tenants to ensure that the terms of the lease are fair and legally sound. Their duties include advising clients on lease provisions, resolving disputes, ensuring compliance with local laws, and helping to navigate issues related to renewals, expansions, or terminations. Retail leasing attorneys play a crucial role in protecting their clients’ interests throughout the leasing process.

What are some common challenges retail leasing attorneys face when negotiating commercial lease agreements?

Retail Leasing Attorneys often encounter challenges such as balancing the interests of landlords and tenants, negotiating complex clauses related to rent escalations, maintenance obligations, and exclusivity rights. Navigating evolving retail trends, like the rise of e-commerce and shifting tenant needs, can also complicate negotiations. Clear communication and collaboration with clients, brokers, and opposing counsel are essential to resolve disputes and ensure agreements are both legally sound and commercially viable.

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

To thrive as a Retail Leasing Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a valid law license, and specialized expertise in real estate and contract law. Familiarity with lease management software, document drafting tools, and legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis is typically required. Strong negotiation, attention to detail, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies ensure clients’ interests are protected, leases are soundly structured, and complex transactions proceed smoothly.
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Infographic showing various Retail Leasing Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,323 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Retail Leasing Attorney

OpusLex

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$225K/yr

Full-time, Contractor

Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex retail leases and related documents such as LOIs, amendments, estoppels, subleases, SNDAs, CAM agreements, TIAs, guaranties, REAs, and declarations.

  • Handle post-execution leasing issues including TIAs, rent commencement, tenant delays, disputes, collections, and renewal options.

  • Support lease-related disputes and coordinate with internal or outside litigation counsel.

Job description

Retail Leasing Attorney | In-House Opportunity
MUST HAVE SIGNIFICANT RETAIL LEASING EXPERIENCE
A growing commercial real estate organization based in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Retail Leasing Attorney to manage sophisticated retail leasing and outparcel transactions for commercial development projects.
This attorney will play a key role in supporting shopping centers, mixed-use developments, and standalone retail properties, working closely with leasing, development, asset management, construction, and finance teams.
What You Will Do:
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex retail leases, including anchor, inline, pad, and temporary/pop-up leases
  • Handle LOIs, amendments, estoppels, subleases, SNDAs, CAM agreements, TIAs, guaranties, REAs, declarations, and related documents
  • Structure and negotiate key economic and non-economic lease provisions
  • Lead negotiations involving anchors and national tenants
  • Advise internal business teams on legal, commercial, and operational leasing matters
  • Manage post-execution leasing issues, including TIAs, rent commencement, tenant delays, disputes, collections, and renewal options
  • Support lease-related disputes and coordinate with internal or outside litigation counsel
  • Develop and maintain leasing templates, precedents, playbooks, and other resources

What We Are Looking For:
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission
  • 8-15 years of commercial real estate law experience
  • Significant retail leasing and outparcel sales experience
  • Proven experience negotiating complex leases with anchor and national tenants
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, commercial judgment, and problem-solving skills
  • Deep familiarity with retail leasing economics, CAM, TIAs, SNDAs, estoppels, and related transactional documents
  • Ability to provide practical, business-minded advice in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience
Experience in real estate development and construction-related leasing matters is preferred, along with prior in-house experience with a developer, REIT, or large landlord. Experience managing outside counsel and cross-functional teams is also a plus.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned retail leasing attorney who enjoys being deeply involved in the business side of commercial real estate and helping drive sophisticated development projects forward.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking sophisticated work, increased responsibility, and a more balanced alternative to traditional BigLaw environments-without sacrificing the quality or complexity of matters.
Compensation Range:
$225,000++ DOE base salary, plus bonus.
About Us:
We are a woman-owned, full-service legal recruiting and staffing firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We place attorneys and legal professionals in direct hire, contract-to-hire, and project roles with law firms and corporate legal departments nationwide.
Our mission is to help legal professionals do their best work, whether you're hiring or making a move. With a focus on quality over quantity, we deliver a thoughtful, people-first approach to recruiting.

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