Litigation Associate

Page Executive; United Kingdom; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A respected real estate firm is seeking a Mid/Senior Associate for their Litigation Group. This role involves assisting with litigation cases, conducting legal research, and representing clients in court. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree, have experience in real estate litigation, and be able to thrive in a hybrid work environment. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

State-of-the-art facilities

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Admission to the NY State bar required.
• Ideally 4th-8th year with experience in real estate litigation.
• Familiarity with court procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Litigation Partner with all aspects of litigation cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Represent clients in court hearings and mediations.

Skills

Legal research

Client counseling

Strong legal writing

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Proactive attitude

Mentoring Junior Associates

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Overview

• Hybrid 3 days/ week - incredible facilities (gym, paddle, golf simulator & more)!
• Successful growing full service boutique real estate Midtown Manhattan firm.

About Our Client

This full-service real estate boutique firm is well known for their fresh and modern approach - they have their own podcast series and a large audience that follows their great video content, they are well known for delivering high-quality solutions for their wide client base. The firm values their collaborative and supportive culture - they have successfully built and continue to scale the firm by focusing on excellent client service, strong attention to detail and open/ clear communication.

Job Description

The Mid/ Senior Associate - Real Estate Litigation Group will:

• Work directly with the Litigation Partner, assisting with all aspects of litigation cases, including client counsel, pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and legal documents.
• With the Litigation Partner, represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop case strategies.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable legal standards and regulations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication and updates.
• Monitor case progress and manage deadlines effectively.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to client pitches and proposals, opportunity to be involved in the firm\'s well known podcast and video content!

Location & Eligibility

Candidates must be based in New York/ Tri-State area, able to work from the Midtown office 3 days per week, and have US work authorization now and indefinitely.

The Successful Applicant

The Mid/ Senior Associate - Real Estate Litigation will have demonstrable skills/ qualifications:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the NY State bar.
• Ideally 4th-8th year with experience in real estate litigation (preferably construction, co=op/ condo, breach of contract and other related real estate litigation matters), familiarity with court procedures and strong legal writing skills.
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to approach complex problems methodically.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• A proactive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• The ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
• An interest in mentoring/ managing Junior Associates would be highly beneficial.

What\'s on Offer

The Mid/ Senior Associate, Real Estate Litigation will benefit from:

• Competitive salary c. $200,000 to $250,000, (depending on experience).
• Healthcare benefits with a 50% contribution from the employer.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match.
• Generous paid time off, including 2 weeks of vacation + public holidays and sick leave.
• Reasonable billable hour expectations at 1650 hours annually.
• Hybrid (3 days/ week) in the prestigious Midtown office with state of the art facilities including gym, paddle court, golf simulator, podcast recording studio and more!
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a well respected full-service real estate boutique that is known for their successful growth journey and ambitious plans!

If you\'re ready to take the next step in your legal career, we encourage you to apply today! Interviews commence late August for a September 2025 start!