Real Estate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Stamford, CT is seeking an experienced Real Estate Associate Attorney with a focus on commercial transactional real estate. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience, including expertise in leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, sale leasebacks, and real estate due diligence, particularly in connection with M&A transactions.

Duties:

• Negotiate and draft agreements for commercial real estate transactions, including leases, purchase agreements, and sale leaseback arrangements.
• Conduct real estate due diligence, including title review, zoning issues, and environmental assessments.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance to clients on complex real estate matters.
• Assist with the structuring and financing of real estate transactions.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and clients to ensure timely and effective transactional closings.
• Manage and oversee junior associates and paralegals on real estate projects.
• Handle any related regulatory and compliance issues.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in commercial transactional real estate law.
• Proven track record in handling leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, sale leasebacks, and real estate due diligence.
• Strong understanding of M&A transactions and their real estate components.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Connecticut (required).

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of Connecticut.

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Familiarity with real estate software and databases.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with cross-border real estate transactions is a plus.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality legal services and client satisfaction.

This Connecticut based law firm was founded more than 20 years ago. They focus on providing their clients with economical, receptive, cultured, and results-oriented representation. They are seeking to recruit legal professionals that are capable of providing outstanding service to a variety of clients. This firm is committed to providing excellent legal advice by using a team approach to collaborate with their clients on international and domestic matters. They provide motivated attorneys with the resources, opportunities, and support to excel within the legal industry.