Real Estate Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled and experienced Real Estate Attorney to join its thriving real estate practice group in Albany. This opportunity is perfect for an attorney with a strong background in commercial real estate transactions, including construction contracts, leasing, title insurance, and real estate mortgage financing. The firm is seeking a team player with 4 to 7 years of experience to handle a variety of real estate matters, from leasing to large-scale due diligence projects.

Duties

• Manage and facilitate various commercial real estate transactions, including leasing, purchase and sale agreements, and property review due diligence.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents, including loan agreements, leases, and amendments.
• Conduct thorough title and survey reviews, identifying potential risks and resolving issues related to real estate properties.
• Handle title examination and the closing process with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide regulatory and compliance-related support for real estate projects, ensuring all aspects meet legal and industry standards.
• Advise clients on general legal needs and offer strategic counsel related to real estate portfolios.
• Perform due diligence on transactions, identifying risks and advising on possible actions.

Requirements

• 4 to 7 years of experience in commercial real estate law.
• Solid experience in drafting and negotiating real estate transactional documents, including leases and loan agreements.
• Expertise in title examination, survey analysis, and the closing process.
• Ability to manage large-scale real estate portfolios and complex transactions.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements within the real estate industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional academic credentials.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar.

Skills

• Proficient in drafting and reviewing commercial real estate documents, including leases, loan agreements, and amendments.
• Strong understanding of commercial real estate transactions, including leasing, purchase agreements, and title examinations.
• Expertise in regulatory compliance and real estate law.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive due diligence and identify risks in real estate matters.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and client-relations skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and case management software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Pension plan.

This is one of the nation's oldest law firms that has a tradition of excellence and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. Their mission is to provide value to their clients through high-quality work, outstanding service, and attention to individual needs. The firm offers competitive salaries and practices in all major areas of the law, including litigation, business and banking, labor and employment, trusts and estates, and tax. There is a very friendly environment at this firm, for they aim to hire the same types of people whom they would choose to invite out for a cup of coffee or a glass of beer. Attorneys at this firm are well balanced and have passionate interests in politics, theater, and sports. They are the types of people who care about their communities and participate in them, and care about their families and friends and spend time with them. This firms success is greatly due to the types of people employed at this firm, for attorneys here have strong identities as people and realize that they cannot only to be defined by their legal practice. Their excellent record of pro bono work and community involvement is further evidence of their commitment to diversity, equality and justice, both in the workplace and in the communities where they live.