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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 (must be a top 30 US 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 (must be US top50 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.

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