Transactional Real Estate Attorney

Job Description

Transactional Real Estate Attorney (5+ Years) - Albuquerque, NM

Role:
Transactional Real Estate Attorney

Client:
Established Full-Service Law Firm

Location:

Albuquerque, NM (In-Office, M-F)

Compensation: $115,000 - $155,000 (DOE) + Full Benefits

Position Overview

I am representing a prominent Albuquerque law firm that is expanding its transactional department. This firm is a staple in the New Mexico business community, handling high-value commercial real estate deals, large-scale developments, and sophisticated corporate matters.

We are looking for a 5+ year Transactional Attorney who is ready to manage a high-volume desk and provide strategic counsel to a loyal roster of local and regional clients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Commercial Real Estate:
  Lead acquisitions and dispositions, conduct title and survey reviews, and manage the closing process for retail, industrial, and multi-family projects.
• Land Use & Zoning:
  Navigate complex municipal regulations, easements, and development agreements specific to Bernalillo County and the surrounding areas.
• Commercial Leasing:
  Structure and negotiate complex commercial leases for both landlords and tenants.
• Business Transactions:
  Advise on entity formation, corporate governance, and the purchase or sale of business assets.
• Client Advisory:
  Serve as a trusted advisor to developers, investors, and business owners, offering practical legal solutions to complex commercial challenges.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience:
  
  5+ years of dedicated transactional real estate or corporate law experience.
• Licensure:
  Active member of the New Mexico State Bar in good standing.
• Market Knowledge:
  Familiarity with the Albuquerque metropolitan real estate market and New Mexico-specific property statutes.
• Work Style:
  This is a full-time, in-office role (M-F). Culture built on mentorship and team synergy.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $115,000 - $155,000 (DOE).
• Health & Wellness:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced attorney looking to join a premier transactional practice in Albuquerque, please submit your resume for a confidential discussion. Send resume to Nykki McAdoo at  or call  for additional information.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.