Associate Attorney

Jobot; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Associate Attorney in Albany, NY, focusing on sophisticated real estate and corporate transactions. This permanent, on-site role targets attorneys with 5+ years of experience who excel at negotiating complex deals and delivering practical business solutions.

Responsibilities include managing transactions end-to-end, drafting and negotiating critical agreements, and advising clients on deal structures and risk.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
• At least 5 years of real estate or corporate transactional experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage real estate and corporate transactions from due diligence through closing and post-closing matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, acquisition agreements, financing documents, leases, and related transactional documents.
• Advise clients on real estate acquisitions, dispositions, transaction structures, contractual obligations, and risk.
• Support mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and coordinating closings.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence: title, surveys, leases, contracts, and organizational documents.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, title companies, and stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, correspondence, and other documents.
• Assist with litigation and dispute matters related to real estate, contracts, and corporate transactions.

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Associate Attorney

$150000 - $200000 per year | Albany, NY | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Take the next step in your legal career with a permanent Associate Attorney opportunity focused on sophisticated real estate and corporate transactions. This role is ideal for an attorney with 5+ years of experience who enjoys navigating complex deals, solving challenging legal issues, and helping clients achieve their business objectives.

You will work on acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate transactions. Bring your transactional experience, sharp legal writing, and practical judgment to a role offering substantive responsibility and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

Why join us?

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401K

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage real estate and corporate transactions from initial due diligence through negotiation, documentation, closing, and post-closing matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, acquisition agreements, financing documents, leases, amendments, and related transactional documents.
• Advise clients on real estate acquisitions and dispositions, transaction structures, contractual obligations, and legal risk.
• Support mergers and acquisitions, including drafting transaction documents, conducting due diligence, and coordinating closing requirements.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence, including reviewing title, surveys, leases, organizational documents, contracts, and other relevant materials.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, title companies, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and advance transactions efficiently.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive memoranda, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Assist with litigation and dispute-related matters involving real estate, contracts, and corporate transactions, as needed.
• Manage multiple matters, maintain accurate documentation, and meet deadlines while delivering responsive client service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
• At least 5 years of relevant attorney experience in real estate law, corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, or an equivalent combination of related practice areas.
• Demonstrated experience as a real estate associate or transactional attorney handling acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, and purchase and sale transactions.
• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, leases, financing documents, and other complex commercial agreements.
• Strong due diligence capabilities and the ability to identify legal risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent legal research, legal writing, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Experience handling or supporting litigation, particularly disputes involving real estate, contracts, or corporate matters.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to professional ethics and client service.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.