Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Description One of our top clients is looking for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join their team in Rockville, Maryland. This role involves negotiating retail leases, drafting legal documents, and working closely with tenants to finalize agreements. The ideal candidate will bring experience in retail leasing and a strong ability to manage lease negotiations independently. Responsibilities: u2022 Draft and review retail lease agreements to ensure compliance with legal and business standards. u2022 Negotiate lease terms with tenants, addressing specific concerns and resolving conflicts effectively. u2022 Participate in meetings with tenants to discuss lease provisions and support negotiation efforts. u2022 Identify situations requiring escalation to attorneys for complex legal matters. u2022 Collaborate with stakeholders to address tenant needs related to co-tenancy and exclusivity clauses. u2022 Analyze leasing proposals and provide recommendations to ensure alignment with organizational goals. u2022 Facilitate communication between landlords, tenants, and legal teams to ensure smooth transactions. u2022 Maintain accurate documentation of lease agreements and negotiation outcomes. u2022 Offer guidance on legal and business implications of retail lease terms. u2022 Stay informed of industry trends impacting commercial real estate leasing. Requirements u2022 Proven experience in retail leasing negotiations, with a focus on commercial real estate - minimum of 5 years of experience. u2022 Strong ability to draft legal documents, including leases and related agreements. u2022 Familiarity with co-tenancy and exclusivity clauses in retail leases. u2022 Previous experience in an in-house, landlord, tenant, or law firm setting specializing in retail leasing. u2022 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for tenant interactions and negotiations. u2022 Ability to identify issues requiring attorney involvement and escalate appropriately. u2022 Knowledge of commercial leasing standards and practices. u2022 Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills. All qualified candidates please reach out directly to Katie Lundholm via LinkedIn. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-01-14