Real Estate Associate Attorney (NY)

The People Of: Professional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in New York seeks a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its established commercial real estate practice. The ideal candidate has 3–4 years of transactional experience with a strong foundation in acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing.

You will work on sophisticated matters, interact with clients directly, and collaborate with lenders, investors, and other stakeholders, taking ownership of matters and contributing to the firm's growth.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of commercial real estate transactional experience.
• Experience handling acquisitions, sales, lending, and leasing matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Admission to a U.S. state bar is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
• Advise on real estate lending and financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leasing agreements.
• Conduct due diligence and manage transaction closings.
• Collaborate with clients, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders throughout the transaction process.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Real Estate Associate Attorney (NY)

A highly respected law firm is seeking a talented Real Estate Associate to join its established and sophisticated commercial real estate practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to deepen their experience across a broad range of complex transactions while working with a collaborative team that advises prominent participants throughout the real estate industry.

The successful candidate will have 3-4 years of commercial real estate experience and a strong foundation in acquisitions and dispositions, real estate finance, and leasing matters. This role offers exposure to significant transactions, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to work on matters involving a diverse range of asset classes and market participants. Attorneys joining this practice will be entrusted with meaningful responsibility, encouraged to take ownership of matters, and supported in their long-term professional development. The team values practical legal judgment, strong client service, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
• Advise on real estate lending and financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leasing agreements.
• Conduct due diligence and manage transaction closings.
• Collaborate with clients, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders throughout the transaction process.
• Provide practical and business-oriented legal advice on a variety of real estate matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Previous experience working in a law firm is required.
• 3-4 years of commercial real estate transactional experience.
• Experience handling acquisitions, sales, lending, and leasing matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Outstanding academic credentials.
• Admission to a U.S. state bar is preferred.

This position presents an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated real estate matters alongside experienced practitioners in a dynamic and supportive environment. Attorneys seeking challenging work, meaningful client engagement, and a clear path for continued growth are encouraged to apply.