Description:

Are you a talented real estate attorney who enjoys turning complex transactions into successful business outcomes? We're looking for an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join our in-house Legal Department and play a key role in supporting Kwik Trip's continued growth across multiple states.

In this position, you'll work directly with business leaders, real estate professionals, and cross-functional teams to guide high-impact real estate and business acquisitions. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, solve complex challenges, and help bring new projects to life while balancing legal risk with practical business objectives.

What You'll Do:
As a trusted legal advisor, you will:

Lead and support complex commercial real estate acquisitions from initial negotiations through closing.
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of transaction documents, including:
Purchase and sale agreements
Development agreements
TIF agreements
Easements and amendments
Related acquisition and development documents
Provide legal support for commercial business acquisitions, including asset purchase agreements.
Guide due diligence efforts, review transaction materials, and assist throughout the closing process.
Evaluate and advise on legal risks related to:
Title and survey matters
Encroachments and liens
Zoning and land use issues
Environmental concerns
Escrow matters
Advise internal stakeholders on ongoing property ownership, landlord/tenant, and operational issues.
Draft and negotiate commercial leases, including office, retail, and ground leases.
Partner closely with the Real Estate and Store Engineering teams to support new development and expansion projects.

What We're Looking For:
Required Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in at least one state where Kwik Trip operates:
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Iowa
Illinois
Michigan
North Dakota
South Dakota
5–10 years of experience handling commercial real estate transactions at a law firm or in-house legal department.

Preferred:

Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
Experience supporting both commercial real estate and business acquisitions.
Experience working directly with business leaders in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

What Will Make You Successful

You thrive in this role if you:

Enjoy negotiating complex transactions and finding practical solutions.
Can effectively balance legal risk with business goals.
Are highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across departments.
Communicate clearly and confidently with both legal and non-legal audiences.
Exercise sound judgment and remain detail-oriented under deadlines.
Take ownership of your work and can independently manage sophisticated transactions.

Areas of Expertise

We'd love to hear from you if you have experience with: