Commercial Real Estate Associate Lawyer

Our Halifax office is currently seeking an Associate Lawyer to join our Business Law and Real Property practice groups.

• Drafting, negotiating and closing commercial agreements of purchase and sale
• Overseeing and reporting on real property due diligence matters
• Handling of commercial financing transactions for lenders and borrowers
• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial leases, offers and amending agreements
• Handling land assembly, option, easement, leasing, permitting and project finance matters for large scale real estate developments, renewable energy projects and other natural resource matters

• Three + years of relevant work experience;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
• Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong research and writing skills and demonstrated ability to navigate complex real estate issues;
• Self-motivated and can work independently but also values working collaboratively;
• Proven effective client and practice management skills, and
• Demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset is an asset.