Lawyer - Commercial Leasing

We are seeking a Commercial Leasing Lawyerto manage a sophisticated portfolio of Ontario-based leasing matters. This role demands a high level of expertise in balancing the interests of landlords and tenants across retail, medical, and industrial sectors. The ideal candidate isa proactive problem-solver who anticipates how physical building changes (like renovations or security breaches) impact a tenant’s business operations and can pivot between landlord and tenant perspectives with professional diplomacy. Key Responsibilities: ·Specialized Drafting:Prepare and negotiate complex commercial leases for diverse clients, including medical professionals (mental health/privacy-sensitive), retail chains, franchisors and industrial operators. Review and drafting of documents shall include but not be limited to: o Primary Lease Documents: Net, Double Net, and Triple Net (NNN) leases, Gross/Modified Gross leases, and specialized Percentage Rent agreements for retail clients. o Preliminary & Ancillary Agreements: Letters of Intent (LOIs), Offers to Lease, and Term Sheets. o Mid-Term Documentation: Lease Amending Agreements, Extension and Renewal Agreements, and License Agreements (e.g., for storage or signage). o Transfer & Security Instruments: Assignments of Lease, Sublease Agreements, and Landlord’s Consents to Transfer. o Third-Party & Financing Documents: Subordination, Non-Disturbance and Attornment Agreements (SNDAs), Estoppel Certificates, and Indemnity/Guaranty Agreements. o Termination Documents: Surrender of Lease Agreements and Mutual Termination Agreements. ·Dispute Advocacy:Manage high-stakes conflicts involving rent abatements, structural renovations (e.g., quiet enjoyment disruptions), and tenant defaults under the

Commercial Tenancies Act . ·Strategic Advisory:Act as the lead legal contact for sophisticated corporate tenants to resolve operational disputes. Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD):Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Leasing Expertise:Minimum 5 + years of focused experience in Ontario commercial leasing and real estate law. Communication:Exceptional drafting skills with the ability to provide clear, "plain language" strategic advice. Technical Proficiency:Skilled in legal technology and navigating complex insurance/claim protocols. Compensation for this position will vary from associate rates to an income partner mechanism that results in a sharing of revenue. We appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, brief cover letter, and compensation expectations to hr@kmblaw.comand indicate " Lawyer - Commercial Leasing” in the subject line of your email. We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for this position. Where we interview an applicant for this position, we will (within 45 days of the interview or the last interview) provide the applicant with information on whether a hiring decision has been made in respect of this position. Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. No Agencies or direct calls. We are equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. We are pleased to accommodate individual needs of job applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

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