Attorney

American Tower

Staff Attorney working in American Tower’s U.S. Tower division’s Legal department.

Posted 8/3/2026full-timeWoburn • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract and license drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis, with a strong focus on compliance and resolution of complex issues. Proficient in communication and collaboration across functional groups to achieve effective outcomes.

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Juris DoctorContract DraftingNegotiation SkillsLegal AnalysisAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationLegal DraftingIssue ResolutionProperty TransactionsCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

License to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Tenant LicensesGround LeasesEasementsContractual DefaultsTitle Curative Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare all documents relating to tenant licenses, ground leases, easements, and the resolution of issues that may impact a pending customer application or ground lease negotiation.
Partner cross-functionally to review and provide legal analyses of contract terminations, renewals, assignments and responses to contractual defaults.
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 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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor and license to practice law in any state required.
Between 1-3 years of experience working with contract/license drafting and negotiation strongly preferred.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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