Real Estate Counsel Attorney
About the role
A sophisticated commercial real estate practice is seeking an experienced Real Estate Counsel to join its New York office. This opportunity is designed for an established real estate attorney who can independently lead complex transactions, work directly with sophisticated clients, and play a senior role within a busy practice. The position emphasizes commercial real estate finance while offering exposure to a broad range of transactional matters. No portable book of business is required; the focus is on securing a technically strong attorney with significant transaction experience, with room to develop client relationships and expand the practice.
Responsibilities
- Handle mortgage, mezzanine, and construction financings
- Manage complex real estate finance transactions
- Work on commercial real estate workouts and restructurings
- Handle acquisitions and dispositions
- Address real estate development matters
- Handle commercial leasing
- Address condominium-related matters
- Take substantial ownership of transactions and navigate complex financing structures (lender‑side finance experience particularly valued)
Requirements
- 8+ years of commercial real estate experience
- Significant exposure to real estate finance
- JD and prior law firm experience
- Admission to the New York Bar
Skills
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Ability to independently manage complex transactions from inception through closing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confidence to work directly with clients and counterparties
- Experience with workouts, leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, development, and condominium matters
Benefits
- Bonus eligibility
- Health and insurance benefits
- 401(k) plan
Pay
The anticipated salary range for this position is $300,000–$400,000, with actual compensation determined by experience, skills and other relevant factors.