The Real Estate Attorney role requires an experienced, self-motivated, and collaborative team player who can work independently in a fast-paced environment. This individual must have general knowledge of asset management, property management, leasing, and dispositions. The Real Estate Attorney, Asset Management position will assist in legal review and facilitation of leasing and disposition transactions, review of governing documents and assist with non-traditional requests related to owned assets and assist with demand/default communications. The role requires a diverse real estate background with experience executing a multitude of commercial real estate related activities in a compressed timeframe. This position is ideal for a well-rounded private practice attorney that is looking to move into the security of a corporate position and develop the role within a rapidly expanding corporation The Real Estate Attorney, Asset Management reports directly to the Executive Vice President, Asset Management. This position is located at Agree Realty's headquarters in Royal Oak, Michigan.

What you will do:

• Review underlying governing documents related to owned assets property to assist the leasing, disposition, and non-traditional request process.
• Prepare and negotiate legal documents including leases, sale agreements, amendments, LOIs, easements, confidentiality agreements, and listing agreements.
• Coordination of 1031 documentation, identification of relinquished and/or replacement properties, and close out of 1031 exchange accounts.
• Assist in negotiation of disposition sale agreements for specified externalized transactions.
• Evaluate transactional risk and direct outside counsel on mitigation efforts.
• Review of title and survey documents and collaborate with outside counsel on responses thereto.
• Closing responsibilities for externalized transactions including coordination of closing documents and approvals, and facilitation of wires.
• Assist Property Management with lease interpretation.
• Assist Property Management with various lease and tenant related communications.

Who you are:

• Law Degree required
• BA/BS degree in related field required
• Minimum 5 years of commercial real estate transaction/development experience in private practice
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and in writing) including articulating issues and recommending solutions clearly and concisely
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to think strategically and tactically execute an action plan
• Proven success in a team environment managing multiple projects and priorities
• Proven ability to define objectives, set expectations, and work independently and collaboratively to meet commitments.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft platforms, including SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment

About Agree Realty Corporation

Agree Realty Corporation (NYSE: ADC) is a high-growth Real Estate Investment Trust based in Royal Oak, MI. We are primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of properties net leased to industry-leading retail tenants. As of September 30, 2024, we owned and operated a portfolio of 2,271 properties, located in 49 states and containing approximately 47.2 million square feet of gross leasable space. We offer our team members generous compensation and benefits packages that include: •100% company-paid monthly health insurance premiums for team members and dependents •100% company-paid short-term, long-term, and life insurance premiums for team members •Simple IRA retirement plan with 3% company match •3 company-provided lunches per week •Onsite fully equipped gym and locker rooms Our team feels at home working in our brand new, modern office building furnished with a generously stocked café, state-of-the-art auditorium, coffee bar, and open-area collaboration workspaces. Ongoing professional development and technology training opportunities are offered to help all team members advance their careers.

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