Mid-Level Real Estate Industry REITs and M&A Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a highly qualified Mid-Level Real Estate Industry REITs and M&A Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with public company practice, including equity and debt capital markets transactions, mergers and acquisitions (both public and private), and advising listed companies on disclosure, corporate governance, and securities law matters. Experience with public REITs and the REIT sector is a plus. The candidate must possess outstanding academic credentials, comparable law firm experience, and excellent communication skills. A relevant Bar admission (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly) and a deal sheet are required.

Duties:

• Advise public companies on equity and debt capital markets transactions, including both registered and unregistered offerings.
• Manage mergers and acquisitions for both public and private entities.
• Counsel listed companies on disclosure, corporate governance, and compliance with securities laws.
• Provide legal support and advice on REIT-specific transactions and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents related to equity and debt offerings, M&A, and corporate governance.
• Conduct due diligence for M&A transactions and capital markets activities.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and professionals in the firm to deliver comprehensive legal services to clients.
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in REITs and M&A.

Requirements:

• 3-4 years of experience in public company practice, equity and debt capital markets transactions, and M&A.
• Proven ability to advise on disclosure, corporate governance, and securities law matters.
• Experience with public REITs and the REIT sector is a plus.
• Outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier law school.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters and provide strategic advice to clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Relevant Bar admission (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly).
• Deal sheet showcasing relevant transactional experience.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in New York (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly).

Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of public company practices, capital markets, and M&A transactions.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex transactional documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Proactive, entrepreneurial attitude with a drive for success.

One of the nation's leading law firms, it has a team of 650 attorneys that serves clients in the area of corporate, financial services, intellectual property, litigation, private equity, products liability, mass torts, real estate, REITs, and real estate capital markets. A hard-driving, entrepreneurial, and dynamic group, it seeks to hire individuals who possess the intellect, personality, imagination, and motivation to accept responsibility for the legal affairs of the firm's clients, and treat them as their own. The cornerstones of this firm are world-class training and professional development, its commitment to diversity, a robust pro bono initiative, and contacts. An Equal Opportunity Employer, its hiring policy has been, and will continue to be, nondiscriminatory.