Attorney needed for Montvale office

Job Overview
A prominent AV-rated law firm located in Northern New Jersey is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join its team. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level attorney with 5–10 years of experience in transactional real estate law, including acquisitions, sales, leasing, financing, and development. The firm serves a sophisticated, nationwide client base and provides an excellent environment for professional advancement.

Location

• Montvale, NJ

Duties

• Handle all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, sales, and leasing

• Represent clients in commercial financing and secured lending matters

• Provide legal counsel on real estate development and land use processes

• Draft and negotiate contracts, loan documents, lease agreements, and related transactional documents

• Review title and survey documents and advise clients on risk management

• Coordinate with developers, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders

• Support clients in construction-related transactions (preferred)

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions

• Proven ability to manage complex real estate matters independently

• Familiarity with real estate development, leasing, and financing structures

• Experience in construction transactions (preferred)

• Portable book of business (preferred but not required)

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in New Jersey (required)

Skills

• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and client demands

• Client-focused with strong relationship-building capabilities

• Comfortable working in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance coverage

• Long-term disability (LTD) insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Opportunities for advancement and long-term career development

• Access to a sophisticated national and international client base

Since the early 1960s, this New Jersey-based law firm has been providing responsive and efficient legal services to banks, closely held companies, entrepreneurs, governmental agencies and boards, individuals, insurance companies, national and international publicly held corporations, and partnerships. The firm's individual and business clients come from a broad variety of industries, including banking, computer hardware and software, distribution, franchising, healthcare, manufacturing, professional and financial services, real estate development, and retail sales.