Attorney

American Tower is a global digital infrastructure company focused on building a more connected world. The Staff Attorney will negotiate, draft, and review legal agreements related to real estate transactions, preparing documents for tenant licenses and ground leases while collaborating cross-functionally on contract analyses.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of applicable customer and/or landowner agreements; regularly communicate with external customers regarding contractual rights and obligations; negotiate resolutions to customer issues related to non- compliance
• Coordinate and communicate with internal departments to satisfactorily resolve issues with property owners and/or external customers
• Prepare new license agreements, amendments, ground lease documents, access and utility agreements, use authorization and consent agreements, memoranda of leases, and consent and notice letters in compliance with Company’s standards
• Prepare legal analyses of and negotiate resolution of property owner transactions, customer requests, project permitting, and the adoption of applicable legislation or regulations
• Help resolve title curative issues, including but not limited to missing deeds, missing memoranda of lease/assignments, utility and access easement issues, mortgages, all liens (except mechanic’s), probate issues, improper signature authority, and issues concerning Company entities; work with external title companies in accordance with internal policy
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Juris Doctor and license to practice law in any state required
• Strong negotiation skills; ability to effectively resolve complex issues and conflicts in relation to agreement and contract compliance
• Attention to detail in the preparation and review of contracts and supporting documents; strong legal drafting skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively
• Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results
• Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment
• Between 1-3 years of experience working with contract/license drafting and negotiation strongly preferred

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Sick leave
• Parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program focused on mental and financial wellness

Company Overview

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