Attorney - Real Estate Litigation - $225k

We Are Legal Revolution; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in New York is seeking an Associate Counsel specializing in Digital Legal Affairs. This mid-senior level position involves litigating real estate disputes, handling complex landlord-tenant matters, and managing trials or settlements. Ideal candidates will possess strong litigation skills and a passion for real estate law. The role offers a supportive work environment and competitive compensation ranging from $135,000 to $175,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience in litigating real estate disputes and handling landlord-tenant proceedings.
• Ability to manage complex matters like lease disputes and foreclosures.
• Strong negotiation skills for resolving conflicts and preparing for trials.

Responsibilities

• Litigate real estate disputes in various courts and agencies.
• Handle landlord-tenant proceedings and co-op/condo conflicts.
• Conduct depositions and argue motions in high-exposure cases.
• Perform due diligence and collaborate on regulatory compliance.

Skills

Litigation

Real estate law

Negotiation

Pleadings and motions drafting

Trial preparation

Job description

Associate Counsel, Digital Legal Affairs

Location: New York, NY

Pay: $135,000/yr – $175,000/yr (Base pay range)

Why This Opportunity Will Hook You:

• Pre‑eminent reputation with Litigation Department of the Year honors from The New York Law Journal (2018 & 2020) — the go‑to firm for industry leaders like REBNY, RSA, and CHIP in high‑stakes appeals, foreclosure defenses, and precedent‑setting real‑estate disputes across NYC, state, and federal courts
• Exclusive real‑estate focus offering unmatched depth — from landlord‑tenant and co‑op/condo battles to contract disputes, rent regulation challenges, administrative proceedings (DHCR, ECB, BSA), and distressed workouts, ideal for litigators passionate about NYC's complex property ecosystem
• Collegial, supportive culture with 4.6/5 Glassdoor stars and U.S. News 2024 Best Companies to Work For recognition — praised for superior work‑life balance vs. Big Law peers, family‑friendly advancement (especially for women), and a "fun, family feel" in the largest NYC real‑estate‑only firm
• Diverse, high‑impact clients including owners, developers, not‑for‑profits, educational institutions, sponsors, equity investors, and lenders — handling everything from mezzanine foreclosures and class actions to brokerage disputes and constitutional challenges in a business‑savvy environment
• Tenacious yet strategic litigation edge — approved FDIC Outside Counsel, with a track record of favorable settlements and trials that minimize costs while protecting assets, backed by seamless integration of transactional and litigation teams for comprehensive client wins

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities:

• Litigate real‑estate disputes in NYC Civil Court, Supreme Court, federal courts, and administrative agencies — drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and appeals
• Handle landlord‑tenant proceedings, non‑payment actions, holdovers, rent overcharge defenses, and co‑op/condo conflicts from inception to trial or settlement
• Manage complex matters like lease disputes, foreclosures, construction claims, and Article 78 challenges, coordinating with experts and negotiating resolutions
• Conduct depositions, argue motions (e.g., Yellowstone injunctions, summary judgment), and prepare for hearings/trials in high‑exposure commercial and residential cases
• Perform due diligence and strategy in distressed scenarios, collaborating across practice groups on zoning, tax certiorari, and regulatory compliance to drive client outcomes

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

Contact

Email resume: [e-mail]

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