Real Estate Associate Attorney

REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location:

New York, NY

Our client, an AmLaw 200
global law firm
, is seeking a talented and business-oriented Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its thriving Real Estate practice in New York
. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative legal environment.

• JD from a top‑tier law school with a strong academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
• 4‑6 years of substantive real estate transactional experience at a Big Law firm
• Demonstrated experience with acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, developments, and financings
• Highly proficient in drafting and negotiating real estate transactional documents
• Experience working on real estate deals as a key team member
• Soft Skills:
  
  Excellent legal writing, communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Represent developers, investors, lenders, and corporate clients in a wide range of sophisticated real estate transactions
• Provide counsel on real estate finance, including joint ventures, acquisitions, and dispositions
• Manage transaction components from term sheet through closing, including due diligence, negotiation, drafting, and execution of deal documentation
• Oversee title and survey review, zoning analysis, and the preparation of purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and closing materials
• Advise clients on legal and business risks and deliver clear, actionable solutions tailored to client objectives
• Collaborate closely with attorneys across related practice groups to support complex deal structures

This is a compelling opportunity to join a distinguished and fast‑growing Real Estate Practice at a prestigious national law firm
. Attorneys in this group enjoy direct client interaction, hands‑on responsibility, and meaningful experience with complex transactions from day one. The firm fosters a supportive, team‑oriented culture and provides structured professional development. The New York office offers a collegial, entrepreneurial environment with a commitment to inclusivity. For the right candidate, this is a launchpad for long‑term growth and advancement within a premier legal platform
.

• Competitive Salary: Annual base salary is expected to range from $310,000 – $390,000
  , depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; HSA/FSA plans; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid parental leave; time off; wellness initiatives; and employee assistance programs

Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.