Mid-level Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-level Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm based in New York City, NY is seeking an experienced real estate attorney at the mid-associate level to join a dynamic legal team. This opportunity involves high-impact legal advisory and representation in complex property and development matters, with a particular focus on deals that shape the urban landscape. The role offers exposure to a diverse range of clients, including civic institutions, non-profit organizations, developers, and private investors, and provides a pathway to deepen experience across a full suite of transactional real estate matters.

Duties:

• Support and manage real estate transactions involving acquisitions, dispositions, financing, development, and leasing

• Advise clients on zoning, land use, and entitlement issues, as well as construction and public-private partnership projects

• Draft and negotiate complex agreements, including purchase and sale documents, leases, joint venture arrangements, and loan documents

• Conduct and analyze title, survey, and other due diligence materials

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver practical and innovative legal strategies

• Participate in strategic planning for project execution and client development

• Provide legal counsel to a variety of public, quasi-public, and private sector entities

Requirements:

• Experience in real estate transactional work

• Strong background in commercial real estate law, including familiarity with title and survey review

• Prior work in land use or development matters is a plus

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-stakes transactions

• Proven client service orientation with excellent judgment and attention to detail

• Previous experience in a major law firm or well-regarded real estate boutique is highly desirable

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research, drafting, and negotiation capabilities

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Creative problem-solving and a collaborative, team-first mindset

• Ability to handle multiple transactions and priorities with precision

• Interest in long-term professional development in the field of real estate law

Job Location:

• New York City, NY