Associate Attorney – Transactional Real Estate

About the role

The Associate Attorney – Transactional Real Estate role is designed for attorneys who want true ownership over their matters, hands-on transactional experience, and direct client interaction. Our transactional associates manage deals from inception to closing, negotiate key contracts, and serve as trusted advisors to clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial real estate transactions from start to finish, coordinating strategy and execution in collaboration with partners
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial office leases, purchase and sale agreements, guaranties, access agreements, and ancillary contracts
• Conduct title review and resolve issues prior to closing
• Prepare for and coordinate residential, condo, and co-op closings, ensuring all documentation and logistics are accurate and timely
• Provide practical, client-facing advice on transactional matters, representing the firm’s brand with professionalism and strategic thinking
• Collaborate with paralegals and other team members while maintaining accountability for quality, deadlines, and overall deal outcomes

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York (or eligibility for admission)
• Approximately 3–6 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions within a law firm
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating leases, purchase and sale agreements, and other transactional documents
• Strong legal judgment, commitment to integrity and excellence, collaborative spirit in partnering with colleagues and clients, and genuine enthusiasm for the firm's mission.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Comfortable with technology and legal tech tools; experience with real estate-specific software a plus.

Additional Information

• Compensation – Competitive annual salary in the range of $175k - $250k commensurate with experience, practice focus, and credentials
• Health & Wellness Benefits – Substantial employer contributions toward comprehensive insurance, consistent with NYC legal market standards
• Retail Savings – 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 4%
• Paid Time Off – Fifteen (15) days of paid vacation annually, 40 hours of paid sick leave, plus standard paid firm holidays
• Professional Development & Mentorship – Direct mentorship from firm partners, and meaningful responsibility on sophisticated commercial real estate matters – The firm also pays for New York City Bar membership - with free access to the NYC Bar's complete CLE Passport, with thousands of on-demand CLEs
• Career Advancement – Annual performance and compensation reviews with opportunities for merit-based raises, expanded responsibility, and long-term advancement within a collaborative, high-performing New York real estate practice