Real Estate Associate Attorney
Location: New York, NY
Compensation: Up to $360,000, depending on experience
Are you a real estate attorney looking to take the next big step in your career?
Our client is looking for a midlevel associate to join a highly respected real estate practice in New York someone who thrives on complex transactions, values client relationships, and enjoys working across a variety of asset types and deal structures.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- You’ll be part of a collaborative team advising on a wide range of real estate matters, including:
- Acquisitions and dispositions of commercial properties
- Construction and permanent financings, representing both lenders and borrowers
- Equity joint ventures, structuring deals and handling entity formations
- Portfolio transactions, REITs, and real estate funds
- Working across diverse asset types—residential, industrial, office, retail, hospitality, and land
- You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, interact directly with clients, and help lead deals from start to finish.
What they’re Looking For:
- You’re someone who:
- Has 3–6 years of solid real estate experience (ideally at a top law firm or boutique real estate practice)
- Knows your way around financing deals, joint ventures, and complex investment structures
- Understands how to structure real estate funds and has worked with REITs or similar investment vehicles
- Can clearly explain complex legal and business issues to clients and just as importantly, listens well too
- Is driven, team-minded, and ready to take on more responsibility
- Holds a JD from a top law school and is admitted to the New York State Bar (or eligible to waive in)
Why Join?
- Competitive base salary—up to $360,000, depending on experience
- A strong, growing real estate platform with high-quality work and clients
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture where your growth is a priority
- A chance to build a long-term, rewarding career in one of the country’s top markets