Corporate Real Estate and EHS Attorney

Responsibilities

• Commercial Leasing
• Review and negotiate complex commercial leases, including retail, medical, office, warehouse, etc. with a focus on health care compliance
• Advise on lease amendments, renewals, expansions, terminations, assignments, subleases, and handle landlord-tenant disputes
• Provide strategic guidance on lease risk allocation, operating expenses, CAM, restoration obligations, use provisions, and remedies
• Real Estate Matters
• Lead legal support for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects
• Conduct and advise on due diligence matters, including title, survey, zoning, land use, and environmental issues for leases and real property acquisition and disposition.
• Manage outside counsel, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
• Advise business leaders on compliance with federal, state, and local environmental health and workplace safety laws and regulations
• Provide legal guidance on the development, interpretation, and enforcement of environmental health and safety policies, standards, training programs, and incident response protocols
• Support investigations, audits, and regulatory inquiries involving workplace safety incidents, environmental exposure, or health-related claims
• Advisory & Business Support
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business teams on real estate strategy, risk, and deal structuring
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, facilities, operations, and executive leadership
• Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and best practices for 3000+ US lease portfolio

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school , with 5+ years of combined experience in commercial real estate and environmental health & safety (EHS) law, within healthcare, life sciences, or other regulated industries
• Active admission and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction , with the ability to obtain additional licensure if required
• 3+ years of experience reviewing and negotiating commercial leases (e.g., medical, office, laboratory, or warehouse), including lease amendments, renewals, and related matters
• 3+ years of experience supporting real estate transactions and due diligence activities (e.g., title, zoning, land use, environmental review)
• 2+ years of experience advising business partners on compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and workplace safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA)
• 2+ years of experience counseling cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Operations, EHS, HR) on regulatory interpretation, risk mitigation, and business application
• 6+ years of progressive experience across corporate real estate and EHS legal matters within healthcare, diagnostics, or life sciences environments
• Active North Carolina Bar license in good standing with the ability to obtain additional licensure if required
• 2+ years of experience leading end-to-end real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, or dev

Additional Information

Labcorp is a leader in diagnostics, drug development and healthcare innovation. Across every role, we harness data and AI to work smarter, move faster and create breakthrough solutions that improve health outcomes for people. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact. Together, we're improving health and improving lives. Labcorp is seeking a U.S. remote Corporate Real Estate and EHS Attorney. At Labcorp we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Join us and discover a path filled with opportunities for growth, continuous learning, professional challenges, and the chance to truly make a difference. Apply today! Benefits : Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here. Application window closes : 6/30/26 Pay Range : $195,000 - $215,000 All job offers will be based on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Variable Compensation: The position is also eligible for bonus under the applicable variable compensation plan. Bonus is earned based on achievement of performance metrics under the plan.

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