Are you an experienced real estate lawyer looking for the next step in your career? Our client, a dynamic law firm in Ottawa , is seeking a talented lawyer with 5+ years of experience in real estate development and commercial transactions . This full-time, hybrid position could be your next great opportunity!

Salary range: $90,000-120,000

About you

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• 5+ years practicing real estate law, with a focus on real estate development and commercial transactions
• Experience taking raw land through the development approval process to obtain: subdivision/site plan/development approval and strata consent
• Knowledgeable of municipal law: land use planning, expropriation, municipal property tax assessment and municipal finance
• Experience in land purchases and sales, financing and joint venture structures, including cost-sharing arrangements, volume sales of residential lots, raw land development and infill redevelopment
• Proven record managing real estate development projects from inception to completion

About the role

If hired, you will:

• Be involved in all aspects of commercial and residential real estate: land acquisition, development, financing, leasing, structuring, and sale processes
• Perform due diligence, risk assessments, and develop strategies for real estate deals
• Draft and negotiate various real estate documents —sales, development, joint ventures, easements, leases, and financing
• Help resolve legal disputes in real estate development projects —contract disputes, zoning appeals, environmental compliance matters, and construction defects
• Stay updated on laws and trends, advising clients on impacts and strategic opportunities
• Collaborate to deliver integrated legal services to clients and support the overall success of the firm

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental)
• Retirement savings plan
• Work-life balance initiatives, including flexible work arrangements
• Available paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

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