Job Description

Job ID: 377251

Practice area:- Real Estate - General

Senior Real Estate Attorney – Partner-Level Role with Leadership Focus | Winston-Salem, NC

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced commercial real estate attorney to join its Winston-Salem office at the partner level. This role offers a rare opportunity to lead high-value property transactions while mentoring rising attorneys and shaping the firm's real estate footprint across North Carolina.

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Join a respected regional firm with deep roots in North Carolina’s commercial property market. This role is ideal for attorneys who bring both technical acumen and business savvy—able to advise major stakeholders while also contributing to firm development. Known for fostering a collegial culture and prioritizing work-life balance, the firm empowers senior attorneys to take ownership of deal-making and team leadership.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, land use, and financings

• Draft, negotiate, and review documents related to commercial leases, purchase agreements, and financing packages

• Lead due diligence investigations involving title, survey, zoning, and environmental issues

• Advise on land development approvals, municipal permitting, and entitlement matters

• Provide strategic guidance to developers, lenders, and institutional clients

• Build and expand client relationships within the real estate investment and development sectors

• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and staff, managing workloads and providing feedback

• Collaborate across practice groups (corporate, tax, environmental) to deliver integrated solutions

• Maintain familiarity with emerging trends in NC real estate law, land use policy, and finance

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Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of commercial real estate legal experience

• Proven history of leading multi-million-dollar property transactions

• Demonstrated ability to attract and retain clients in the real estate sector

• Active North Carolina Bar membership or eligibility for reciprocity

• Prior leadership experience guiding legal teams or supervising junior attorneys

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Education:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

• Undergraduate background in business, finance, or urban planning is preferred

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Certifications & Licenses:

• Licensed to practice in North Carolina (required)

• CLE credits in real estate, land use, or property finance preferred

• Advanced credentials in real estate law or sustainability (e.g., LEED Green Associate) are a plus

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Key Skills:

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills for contracts, leases, and loan documents

• Analytical ability to conduct due diligence, assess zoning and land use issues

• Business development acumen and proven success in growing legal revenue

• Leadership and team-building experience in a legal setting

• Proficiency with real estate databases and legal research tools

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• High-impact leadership position within a growing real estate group

• Direct access to significant deal flow and client contact from day one

• Opportunity to shape the firm’s strategy and mentor rising attorneys

• Enjoy a supportive culture that values autonomy and entrepreneurial thinking

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