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Landlord-Tenant Paralegal We are a real estate development and property management company seeking ... servers, attorney's, and the DC government agencies as needed Prepare exhibits, ledgers, and ...

Case Manager (Tenant Law Center)

Seattle, WA · On-site

$22.75 - $29.50/hr

E.) Tenant Law Center, a housing justice program of Catholic Community Services, seeks an Intake ... Identify cases requiring immediate attorney review. * Work with interpreters and alternative ...

E.) Tenant Law Center, a housing justice program of Catholic Community Services, seeks an Intake ... Identify cases requiring immediate attorney review. * Work with interpreters and alternative ...

Attorney/Lawyer

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

Represent clients in contract disputes, business disputes, landlord-tenant matters, and other ... This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful case responsibility in a ...

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Landlord-Tenant Paralegal We are a real estate development and property management company seeking ... servers, attorney's, and the DC government agencies as needed Prepare exhibits, ledgers, and ...

Negotiate leases, lease amendments, waivers, subordination agreements, estoppels and termination agreements with tenants, attorneys and brokers. Draft and revise leases and lease amendments for new ...

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How much do tenant lawyer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for tenant lawyer in the United States is $100,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tenant lawyer?

Tenant lawyers are legal professionals who specialize in representing tenants in disputes or legal matters related to rental properties. They provide advice and advocate for tenants on issues such as evictions, lease agreements, security deposits, repairs, and discrimination. Tenant lawyers can help protect tenants' rights, negotiate with landlords, and represent clients in court if necessary.

What are some typical challenges tenant lawyers face when representing clients in eviction cases?

Tenant lawyers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight court deadlines, managing high caseloads, and addressing clients’ urgent housing needs. Many cases require quick action to prevent evictions, and the facts can be complex, involving evolving housing laws and local ordinances. Effective communication and negotiation with landlords or their attorneys are essential, and lawyers must balance advocacy with realistic outcomes based on the evidence and legal framework. Collaboration with social services and community organizations is also common to support clients beyond legal representation.

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

To thrive as a Tenant Lawyer, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar licensure, and a solid understanding of landlord-tenant law. Familiarity with case management software, legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and court filing systems is often required. Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and interpersonal skills are vital for advocating effectively and building client trust. These competencies ensure effective representation of clients' rights, successful case outcomes, and compliance with complex housing regulations.

What is the difference between Tenant Lawyer vs Landlord Attorney?

AspectTenant LawyerLandlord Attorney
CredentialsJuris Doctor, State Bar LicenseJuris Doctor, State Bar License
Work EnvironmentLegal offices, courts, tenant associationsLegal offices, courts, property management firms
Industry UsageRepresent tenants in disputes, lease negotiationsRepresent landlords in evictions, lease agreements
Common Search IntentTenant rights, lease disputes, eviction defenseLandlord rights, eviction process, lease enforcement

Tenant Lawyers focus on representing tenants' rights and defending them in disputes, while Landlord Attorneys primarily assist property owners with lease agreements and eviction proceedings. Both roles require similar legal credentials but serve different client interests within the rental industry.

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Infographic showing various Tenant Lawyer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,626 per year, or $48.4 per hour.

Jr. Asset Manager - Retail Real Estate

Booth Street

Englewood, NJ • On-site

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Junior Asset Manager – Retail Real Estate

Agus Holdings | Englewood, NJ | Full-Time, In-Person

About Agus Holdings

Agus Holdings is a privately held commercial real estate owner and operator focused primarily on shopping centers and retail properties throughout the New York/New Jersey market. We take an active, hands-on approach to our properties, working directly with tenants, attorneys, architects, engineers, contractors, and other professionals.

We are seeking a Junior Asset Manager to join our Englewood, NJ office and work directly with senior management across our portfolio.

This is a full-time, in-person position and is not remote or hybrid.

The Role

This is not a leasing or sales position. Our leasing team identifies tenants and negotiates LOIs. The Junior Asset Manager becomes involved once an LOI is agreed upon and helps drive the transaction through lease execution, construction, delivery, and tenant opening.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate with outside attorneys and tenants from LOI through lease execution.
  • Review LOIs, leases, work letters, amendments, and related documents.
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, tenants, and other professionals.
  • Oversee construction bidding, including obtaining proposals, comparing bids, reviewing scopes, and assisting with contractor selection.
  • Monitor tenant build-outs, landlord work, construction budgets, schedules, change orders, and delivery requirements.
  • Assist senior management with property operations, capital projects, tenant matters, and other asset-level issues.
  • Conduct property and construction site visits throughout the NY/NJ portfolio as needed.
  • Proactively take ownership of open issues and drive projects and transactions through completion.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years of commercial shopping center or retail property management experience required.
  • Experience working with commercial leases, attorneys, tenants, and contractors.
  • Construction, tenant build-out, and contractor bidding experience strongly preferred.
  • Highly proficient with AI tools and software, including ChatGPT, Claude, and similar platforms, with the ability to incorporate AI effectively into daily research, document review, analysis, organization, and workflow.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and project-management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Highly proactive with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Must be able to work full-time, in person from our Englewood, NJ office.

This is an opportunity to work directly with the principals and senior management of Agus Holdings and gain significant hands-on exposure to the ownership, legal, construction, and asset-management sides of commercial real estate.