Attorney - Commercial Real Estate

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney in New York to join their commercial real estate team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in negotiating and interpreting transactional documentation related to commercial real estate strategies. This role requires excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Draft, review, and negotiate documentation for mezzanine loans, preferred equity, bridge, and structured credit.
• Prepare joint-venture, LLC, co-investment, and operating agreements.
• Handle purchase and sale agreements, intercreditor, recognition agreements, and lender consent packages.
• Coordinate and review legal due diligence, including title, survey, zoning, and environmental assessments.
• Identify key issues and summarize findings for senior legal leadership and investment teams.
• Collaborate with external counsel for efficient and risk-appropriate deal execution.
• Assist with amendments, extensions, modifications, and restructurings of investments.
• Provide ad-hoc legal research, regulatory support, and process improvement recommendations.
• Advise the fixed income team on new product opportunities and assist with transaction term sheets.
• Support legal department initiatives and matters as needed.

• Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school, active member of a U.S. State Bar.
• 3-6+ years of relevant commercial real estate experience at a reputable law firm, lender, or investment platform.
• Strong understanding of commercial real estate finance and/or equity joint-venture transactions.
• Understanding of various investment vehicles, including 40 Act funds, private funds, and real estate funds.
• Familiarity with ERISA preferred but not required.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience with preferred equity and mezzanine financing structures is a strong plus.
• Experience working with GSEs (Fannie, Freddie, HUD) is a plus.

• Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school.

• Active member of a U.S. State Bar.

• Excellent attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly.

• Long-term savings plans.
• Healthcare and income protection.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Time off to support overall well-being.