Real Estate Associate (Midlevel)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel associate to join its Real Estate Practice in New York, NY. The practice involves a diverse range of complex transactions, representing governmental, quasi-governmental, and private entities. The ideal candidate will engage in development, construction, land use, zoning, acquisitions, leasing, lending, and joint ventures.

Duties

• Engage in purchase and sale transactions, leasing, and mortgage loans.
• Conduct title and survey reviews and draft legal documents.
• Perform legal research and manage closings.
• Collaborate with a team to provide bespoke transactional solutions.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in real estate law.
• Experience in more than one practice area listed above.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding academic record.
• Experience in an AmLaw 100 firm or top real estate boutique preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to and in good standing with the New York bar.

Skills

• Team-oriented and creative thinker.
• Ability to handle novel legal issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity for long-term career growth.
• Engagement in a wide spectrum of transactional real estate work.

Established more than a century ago, this distinguished law firm is a highly-regarded establishment and specializes in the areas of corporate law, intellectual property law, and green businesses. It has seven offices across the United States. The attorneys here are committed to maintaining diversity at the workplace. The firm has gained many honors of merit and is actively involved in numerous philanthropic activities throughout the year.