Associate General Counsel

Associate General Counsel Location: Merrifield, Virginia (In-Person) Compensation: $275,000 - $350,000 + Annual Bonus About Us We are a family-owned commercial real estate company with over 60 years of experience acquiring, developing, and managing retail and office properties. Our portfolio is concentrated in the Mid-Atlantic region, and we take a long-term, hands-on approach to ownership and operations. The Role We are seeking a pragmatic, business-minded attorney to serve as Associate General Counsel. This is a high-impact, in-house role focused on commercial real estate transactions, leasing, and legal oversight across our portfolio. This position is ideal for an attorney looking to transition from a law firm, family office, or real estate company into a role with direct involvement in deals and day-to-day business decision-making. This is a fully in-person position based in Merrifield, Virginia, and requires regular interaction with tenants, vendors, brokers, and local stakeholders, as well as frequent site visits. We are a small friendly office where everyone pitches in and does whatever is needed to keep the company running smoothly. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the full lifecycle of commercial real estate acquisitions, including site/deal evaluation, negotiations, contract drafting, due diligence, title review, and all aspects of closings Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, amendments, and related agreements Prepare and negotiate vendor agreements, construction contracts, and other operational documents Identify and manage legal risk across transactions and property operations Oversee and manage outside counsel as needed Manage public relations and marketing strategy Provide legal and strategic support on tenant matters, billing, disputes, and lease enforcement Oversee legal aspects of commercial evictions and coordinate court proceedings where appropriate Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Active member of the Virginia Bar in good standing (or eligible to waive in) 3+ years of relevant experience in commercial real estate law Strong experience with commercial leasing and real estate transactions What We're Looking For Strong negotiation and communication skills Practical, business-oriented judgment Ability to manage multiple matters and priorities simultaneously High level of professionalism and attention to detail Interest in working in a collaborative, hands-on environment Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $275,000 - $350,000 Annual performance-based bonus Paid time off Additional Requirements Ability to work on-site in Merrifield, VA five days per week Willingness to attend in-person meetings and property visits as needed