Condominiums And Cooperatives Associate Attorney

Job Title: Condominium and Cooperative Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A well-established law firm in New York City, NY is actively seeking a junior-level attorney to join its Condominium and Cooperative practice group. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with experienced attorneys on a wide range of legal matters relating to condominiums, cooperatives, and related real estate issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate governance, dispute resolution, and real estate law, with a focus on representing condo and co-op boards, sponsor developers, and building owners.

Duties:

• Represent condo and co-op boards, developers, and property owners in legal matters involving corporate governance.
• Handle disputes between condo and co-op boards, sponsor developers, contractors, unit owners, and neighboring properties.
• Draft and review contracts, governing documents, and other legal materials.
• Provide legal advice regarding local statutes, case law, and real estate regulations affecting condominiums and cooperatives.
• Assist in resolving conflicts and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws in the real estate sector.
• Conduct legal research and writing to support client needs and case development.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of legal experience, with a focus on real estate law, condominium, and cooperative practice preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience or interest in corporate governance, dispute resolution, and property law.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar is required.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Solid understanding of condominium and cooperative governance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and analytical thinking.
• Experience with real estate transactions, contracts, and disputes.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Location:

• New York City, NY

This mid-sized firm has its roots in the insurance industry. It is that intimate knowledge of that particular industry that has given this firm the edge over its competitors. For associates, the work may be a bit limited in terms of diversity of subject matter, but this firm provides strong training and a good partnership track that has decidedly more predictability than the average New York law firm. We hear great things about the professionalism of the attorneys at this firm, who treat associates with respect and provide great opportunities for client contact and advancement within the firm.