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As of Aug 12, 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 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.

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.
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Commercial Real Estate Equity Partner

Gould & Ratner LLP

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Gould & Ratner LLP is seeking an equity Partner to join its Real Estate Practice. The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing property owners, developers, lenders, and investors in their acquisitions, dispositions, sales, financings, leasing, and development of commercial real estate.

Candidates can look forward to a practice that will include handling all aspects of complex and sophisticated transactions for clients of all sizes and across industries. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is highly motivated and seeking a positive career trajectory. We are seeking an attorney who is interested in business development and being part of the Firm's overall succession plan.

Please note that this role allows a flexible work schedule with a hybrid remote/in-office presence.

Requirements

  • 10 or more years of experience practicing commercial real estate law.  A portable book of business is required for this role.
  • Strong real estate experience in a variety of transactional matters, including commercial office and retail leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, development, lending and financing. Candidates should also have experience handling title, survey, environmental and entity real estate diligence matters.
  • Additional experience in commercial lending and banking transactions, including commercial real estate loans, asset-based loans, or other secured credit facilities is a plus.
  • Experience with entitlement, zoning, and tax issues as they relate to real estate and construction transactions is also preferred but not required.
  • Excellent writing and oral communication skills. Attention to detail, self-directed, and an ability to work efficiently on a several different matters at a time.
  • Ability to lead, negotiate, manage and close complex transactions, as well as draft material agreements and documents.
  • A drive for excellence and a willingness to take the initiative to solve problems.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be an integral part of the team, and will have the confidence and demeanor to interact and build relationships with the Firm's clients. This attorney will serve as business advisor to clients, guiding them in a full range of legal matters throughout their life cycle.
  • Candidates must be currently licensed in Colorado or Illinois or licensed in another state with a UBE score that qualifies in Illinois or Colorado for comity, be eligible to waive in, or be willing to sit for an upcoming IL/CO bar exam (open to relocation candidates that meet these requirements).

Benefits

  • Candidates can look forward to a practice that will include handling all aspects of complex and sophisticated deals and transactions for clients of all sizes and across industries. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is highly motivated and seeking a positive career trajectory. We are seeking an attorney who is interested in business development and being part of the Firm's overall succession plan.
  • Emphasis on professional and business development.
  • Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment.
  • Healthcare (medical, vision, dental), life and long-term disability insurance.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits package including 401k and profit sharing.
  • Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits and wellness programs (e.g., in-office gym and massages; 24/7 tele-medicine).
  • Hybrid in-office/remote role.

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