Associate Real Estate Attorney

Description

 Monroe Moxness Berg (MMB) is a boutique Minneapolis (Bloomington) law firm nationally recognized for its innovative work in brand concept growth and protection, multi-unit retail/franchising and distribution, and corporate finance. Our attorneys share our clients’ entrepreneurial spirit, and many combine legal expertise with professional training in finance or taxation—allowing us to deliver the caliber of service that truly makes us “More Than a Law Firm.”

We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team. This role focuses on supporting the acquisition, development, sale, and leasing of restaurant, retail, and manufacturing facilities, including local and national multi-unit properties for sophisticated clients. The position involves close collaboration with our real estate and mergers & acquisitions teams and includes meaningful work on title and survey matters, transaction documents, due diligence, and closings.

MMB embraces a team-based, collegial environment dedicated to professional growth—both in legal skills and in building a strong client base.

What We’re Looking For

· 1-5 years of commercial real estate experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or comparable real estate environment

· Experience drafting and reviewing commercial real estate agreements, including leases, purchase and sale agreements, conveyance documents, and related closing materials

· Working knowledge of title and survey review, due diligence, and the closing process, with a desire to continue developing these skills

· Exposure to leasing, financing, and Phase I environmental review is a plus

Key Skills for Success

· Ability to identify and summarize key issues in purchase agreements, leases, title commitments, surveys, and closing documents, with clear, concise drafting skills and attention to consistency, defined terms, and client-specific requirements

· Sound judgment in knowing when to raise issues, ask questions, recommend practical next steps, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues

· Strong organization and follow-through on due diligence checklists, closing timelines, and transaction deliverables 

· Detail-oriented, responsive, and able to manage multiple transaction tasks with appropriate supervision

· Creative problem-solver who uses internal and external resources effectively

· Commitment to ensuring documents are carefully reviewed, accurate, and ready for signature

· Comfort coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and internal team members

· Interest in developing client relationships and growing within a collaborative real estate practice

Qualifications

· Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

· Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota (or eligible for immediate admission)

What We Offer

Personal Development & Support:

· Mentorship program & Practice group support

· Collaborative and tight-knit atmosphere where entrepreneurial spirit, hard work is rewarded, and mutual respect is paramount

· Business development guidance and support from our in-house Marketing team

· Frequent special events, happy hours, and firm outings

Salary range: $130,000 to $145,000.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) with profit share opportunity, on-site fitness membership, and in-office massage therapy.