Real Estate Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join its team in Melville, NY. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in residential real estate law, including contract negotiations, closings, and leases. The attorney will be involved in a variety of general legal matters, including litigation and estate work while working in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Duties:

• Real Estate Transactions: Oversee residential real estate matters, including contract negotiations, closings, and lease agreements.
• General Legal Work: Assist with general litigation and estate planning tasks as needed.
• Client Communication: Interact regularly with clients, providing updates, answering questions, and maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
• Collaboration: Work with other attorneys, paralegals, and legal professionals to ensure efficient case handling and high-quality service.
• Court and Insurance Liaison: Communicate effectively with the courts, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel in various matters.
• Documentation: Draft legal documents related to real estate transactions, litigation, and estate work.
• Client Development: Participate in business development and networking activities to build client relationships and foster firm growth.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in residential real estate law and general legal work.
• Proven expertise in contract negotiations, closings, and leases in the real estate sector.
• Experience with litigation and estate matters is highly preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage competing priorities effectively.
• NYS Bar Admission (must be admitted to practice in New York).

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active New York State Bar membership.

Skills:

• Expertise in residential real estate law and contract negotiations.
• Solid understanding of litigation processes and estate planning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in communicating with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel.
• Excellent negotiation and client relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

This law firm offers full services to a wide range of clients. Their areas of practice include pharmaceutical drug litigation, toxic torts, product liability, environmental litigation, personal injury, employment and labor law, and medical malpractice. Their offices are located in Pennsylvania and New York.