Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney – New York

We are partnering with a large international law firm to hire a Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney for its New York office. This role offers the opportunity to work with high-profile clients and complex, cross-market real estate transactions as part of a nationally recognized team. The firm places real estate at the center of its global strategy, offering a dynamic environment for career growth and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise institutional investors, developers, and private equity clients on a wide range of commercial real estate matters.
• Structure and execute acquisitions, dispositions, and financings across asset classes including office, retail, logistics, healthcare/senior living, student housing, hospitality, and data centers.
• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, commercial leases, and joint venture agreements.
• Conduct and manage due diligence (title, survey, environmental, and zoning).
• Advise on development projects from entitlement through completion.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across tax, construction, and planning & zoning practices.
• Support clients with operational real estate matters including lease amendments, assignments, and subleases.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the New York Bar.
• 3–5 years of commercial real estate experience at a nationally recognized law firm.
• Demonstrated experience in acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing transactions.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters simultaneously.

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to multi-jurisdictional and cross-border transactions.
• Familiarity with real estate development and capital markets structures.
• Experience advising institutional clients, private equity funds, and REITs.

Additional Details

• Opportunity to work on market-leading transactions with top-tier clients.
• Exposure to innovative deal structures and emerging real estate sectors.
• Hybrid work flexibility available.
• Competitive compensation range: $215,000 – $310,000 annually, based on experience.