NY - Junior Real Estate Associate Attorney

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

Location:

New York, NY
Hybrid
Our client, an AmLaw 100 global law firm, is seeking a talented Junior Associate Attorney to join its thriving Real Estate Practice Group in New York. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to work within a collaborative team of over 80 real estate attorneys across the country, advising on complex, high-value transactions that shape the commercial real estate landscape.

• JD from a top‑tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
• 2+ years of substantive real estate transactional experience in debt and/or equity transactions
• Experience representing lenders and/or borrowers in real estate financings, acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, leasing, and joint ventures
• Prior experience at a large law firm or sophisticated real estate practice is highly preferred
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines within a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Collaborative mindset, professionalism, and enthusiasm for client service are essential

• Support senior attorneys in structuring, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of real estate transactions, including financing, acquisition, development, and joint venture matters
• Conduct due diligence and coordinate closing processes for complex real estate deals
• Prepare and review key transactional documents such as loan agreements, purchase and sale agreements, leases, and joint venture agreements
• Advise clients on real estate and financing matters, delivering practical, business‑oriented guidance
• Collaborate across practice groups, including corporate and tax, to deliver comprehensive solutions for clients’ real estate projects
• Develop strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders through responsiveness and high‑quality work

• Competitive Compensation:
  Annual base salary is expected to range from $235,000 – $260,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors
• Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; time off; wellness initiatives; commuter benefits; and employee assistance programs
• Additional Perks:
  Sabbatical program, student loan refinancing support, 529 College Savings Plan, relocation expenses, bar expenses and bar leave, concierge program, fertility treatments, adoption expenses, and corporate discounts

Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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