Junior Real Estate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Newark, NJ, is seeking a Junior Real Estate Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of experience in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will be involved in due diligence, lease review, and the preparation and facilitation of real estate closings.

Duties:

• Conduct due diligence for commercial real estate transactions, including reviewing title reports, surveys, and leases.
• Assist in the preparation of closing documents and facilitate the closing process for commercial real estate deals.
• Review and summarize leases and purchase and sale agreements to ensure compliance with applicable laws and deal terms.
• Coordinate with senior attorneys and clients to ensure smooth execution of real estate transactions.
• Participate in coordinating sophisticated loan closings (a bonus if experienced in this area).
• Stay informed about local real estate laws in New Jersey and New York.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in commercial real estate law.
• Significant experience in conducting due diligence, including title, survey, and lease reviews.
• Experience preparing closing documents and participating in real estate closings.
• Admission to practice law in New Jersey, New York, or both.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with senior attorneys and other professionals in a team environment.
• Knowledge of real estate law and regulations in New Jersey and New York.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Admission to both New Jersey and New York is preferred but not required.

Providing transactional, litigation, and counseling services to leading businesses, this law firm is ranked among the nation's top-250 firms. The firm's attorneys bring strong knowledge of a broad spectrum of practice areas, including business and commercial litigation, corporate, criminal defense, employment, financial restructuring, creditors' rights, government affairs, intellectual property, products liability, real property, and environmental law. If you wish to join a law firm that takes pride in its policies of exceptional personal service, early evaluation, prompt reporting, diversity of practice, and sensitivity to the needs of its clients, your search ends here.