Real Estate Associate/Senior Associate Attorney

Job Title: Real Estate Associate/Senior Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prominent law firm located in New York City is seeking a skilled Real Estate Associate or Senior Associate with a background in commercial real estate law. The ideal candidate will bring 3-8 years of experience handling complex transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, financing, and leasing of commercial properties. The firm is looking for a highly motivated professional to join its growing real estate practice.

Duties:

• Advise clients on various commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, and joint ventures.
• Draft, negotiate, and review contracts related to the purchase and sale of commercial properties.
• Handle complex real estate financing transactions, including debt and equity deals.
• Manage leasing agreements, including representing landlords and tenants in commercial leases.
• Work closely with senior attorneys and clients to structure deals and resolve any legal issues.
• Assist in due diligence, including title and survey review, and prepare legal opinions.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external parties to ensure smooth execution of transactions.
• Provide practical legal advice to clients, navigating real estate market trends and regulations.

Requirements:

• 3-8 years of experience in commercial real estate law (2016-2021 graduate classes).
• Solid understanding of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing.
• Experience with joint ventures and financing in real estate transactions.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to handle complex matters independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in New York.

Skills:

• Commercial real estate law expertise.
• Strong legal research, writing, and drafting abilities.
• Negotiation skills and deal structuring.
• Ability to handle high-volume transactions.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Job Location: New York City, NY

This international, mid-sized, and young New York office has attorneys with a wide array of experience in antitrust law and commercial litigation; corporate finance and securities law; employment litigation and labor; project finance and development; real estate and mortgage finance; restructuring, insolvency and reorganization, and transactions based in Latin America. Although they only offer relatively competitive salaries, their team-oriented and informal environment -- where even the most senior partners are associates, mentors, and friends -- is conducive to quality and success.