Real Estate Transactional Attorney

Job Title: Senior Associate, Counsel, or Junior Partner – Real Estate Transactions (Long-Term Health Care Practice)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Job Summary: Our client is seeking a talented and experienced individual to join their Cleveland office as a Senior Associate, Counsel, or Junior Partner. The primary focus of this position will be handling real estate transactions within the firm’s robust Long-Term Health Care practice. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional academic credentials, strong communication skills, and a minimum of 7 years of practical, transactional law experience, with a specific emphasis on real estate transactions. Prior experience in the health care industry is not required for this role.

Responsibilities:

1. Represent investors and operators in skilled nursing and assisted living facility transactions.
2. Lead negotiations and draft various legal documents, including purchase agreements, commercial leases, operation transfer agreements, and related agreements within the skilled nursing and assisted living facility fields.
3. Familiarity with all aspects of potential business transactions related to skilled nursing and assisted living facilities, including joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
4. Conduct due diligence reviews, analyze legal risks, and provide recommendations to clients.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of transactions and compliance with regulatory requirements.
6. Provide legal guidance and strategic advice to clients regarding real estate transactions and related matters.
7. Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices related to long-term health care and real estate transactions.

Requirements:

1. Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admitted to practice law in the state of Ohio or eligible for admission through reciprocity.
3. A minimum of 7 years of practical, transactional law experience, with a focus on real estate transactions.
4. Strong understanding of real estate laws, regulations, and industry practices.
5. Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
6. Proven ability to take the lead in complex negotiations and transactions.
7. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
8. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
9. Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of the commercial implications of legal decisions.
10. Experience working with skilled nursing and assisted living facility transactions is highly desirable, but not required.

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.