About us

Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 130 locations across 13 states and is constantly expanding. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.

One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.

At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

How we reward you

401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%

Healthcare plans to support your needs

Virtual doctor visits

Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program

15% Associate Discount

Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

Associate Assistance Program

RK Cares Associate Hardship Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

Company paid YMCA Family Membership

What You’ll do

As a Real Estate Attorney you will be handling the legal aspects of purchasing, financing, leasing and sale of retail, commercial, industrial, and vacant property for all Rural King Realty related entities.

• Primarily support and advise the company in all legal aspects of commercial real estate transactions including purchases, sales, and leases for retail, commercial, industrial, and vacant property via various legal structures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial real estate documents, including purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases (including ground leases), financing agreements, and development contracts.
• Manage and coordinate legal aspects of acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing transactions, including title and survey review, zoning analysis, and closing matters.
• Oversee and coordinate due diligence processes, working closely with internal departments and external consultants (e.g., environmental, survey, zoning, and engineering).
• Support internal departments such as finance, leasing, construction and development, and property management with legal guidance as needed.
• Responsible for verifying all critical portfolio dates: lease commencement date, rent commencement date, possession dates, rent schedules, rent increase dates, option notice dates, expiration dates, etc.
• Coordinate with other internal clients regarding real property tax assessments and assist Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel to prepare multi-jurisdictional appeals.
• Facilitate Section 1031 deferred exchanges and reverse 1031 exchanges.
• Resolve broad range of Company’s expanding legal needs.
• Respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies, customers and the business community as needed.
• Create business legal reports and correspondence, and effectively present information to senior management.
• Assist management on general contracts, third-party agreements and vendor supplier relationships.
• Manage external counsel and general litigation related to real estate matters ensuring alignment with business objectives and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare and file government reports.
• Review new business relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
• Analyze legal issues relating to proposed ideas.
• Draft broad range of legal documents, including documents needed to form and operate various business entities.
• Provide supervision to outside lawyers hired to assist the Company with their specialized legal services.
• May be required to cross train and perform other duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Essential Qualities for Success

• Juris Doctorate Degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
• Minimum of two to five years of experience as a transaction commercial real estate attorney preferred.
• Attorney’s license in Illinois(or ability to obtain admission within 6 months) (Dual license in other states of operation helpful).
• Possession of administrative skills, managerial skills, and negotiating, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of attention to detail in legal document review and analysis.
• Ability to demonstrate strong business judgment, with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach to legal issues.
• Ability to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotely.
• Ability to complete computer-based training.

Physical Requirements  

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Capability to lift 15 pounds periodically.
• Ability to navigate and access all facilities.
• Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related activities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The pay range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000 annualized and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. To learn more about our benefits, review here https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:14539c15-191a-4b77-9c13-f6ccfce10094.