Real Estate - Senior Associate or Counsel Attorney (NY)

First Search Inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 378,000 - 462,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

Undisclosed AmLaw 50 law firm in New York seeks a Senior Associate or Counsel to join its Real Estate practice. The role focuses on lender-side real estate financing transactions, with the ability to independently manage complex deals from structuring through closing.

Candidate should have a JD from a top-tier law school, active New York Bar admission, and 7+ years of direct real estate transactional experience. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in New York in good standing.
• 7+ years of substantive real estate transactional experience.
• Significant experience with real estate financing transactions, including lender representation.
• Strong background in loan document drafting, negotiation, and execution.
• Experience conducting and reviewing title and survey diligence.
• Proven ability to independently manage transactions from structuring through closing.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and sound commercial judgment.

Responsibilities

• Represent lenders and other clients in complex commercial real estate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate loan agreements and related transaction documents.
• Conduct title and survey review, analysis, and resolution of related issues.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on real estate financing structures and risk mitigation.
• Independently manage transaction workflows, timelines, and deal execution.
• Interface directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other transaction participants.
• Collaborate with attorneys across related practice areas as needed.

Skills

Real estate finance

Lender representation

Transaction management

Loan document drafting

Title and survey diligence

Independent transaction management

Communication skills

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

NEED TO FILL NOW!!!

SENIOR ASSOCIATE OR COUNSEL ATTORNEY – REAL ESTATE

Location: New York, NY

HYBRID

Our client, a prominent internationalAmLaw 50 law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Counsel to join its Real Estate practice in New York. This role is well suited for a seasoned real estate attorney with deep experience in real estate finance, particularly on the lender-side, who can independently manage complex transactions from initial structuring through closing. The position offers significant responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high‑value real estate financings within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York in good standing
• 7+ years of substantive real estate transactional experience

• Significant experience with real estate financing transactions, including lender representation
• Strong background in loan document drafting, negotiation, and execution
• Experience conducting and reviewing title and survey diligence
• Proven ability to independently manage transactions from structuring through closing
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and sound commercial judgment

Key Responsibilities

• Represent lenders and other clients in complex commercial real estate transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate loan agreements and related transaction documents
• Conduct title and survey review, analysis, and resolution of related issues
• Provide strategic guidance to clients on real estate financing structures and risk mitigation
• Independently manage transaction workflows, timelines, and deal execution
• Interface directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other transaction participants

• Collaborate with attorneys across related practice areas as needed

Why Join Us?

This role presents an outstanding opportunity to join a highly-regarded Real Estate team within a leading international law firm. Attorneys in this practice enjoy direct client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and exposure to sophisticated financing transactions across a wide range of industries. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional growth, and emphasis on mentorship and training. With access to high-profile matters and cross-office collaboration, you’ll be well-positioned to expand your expertise and develop a long-term career in real estate law.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected minimum annual salary for this position is $420,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for the firm's generous bonus structure
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, childcare support, retirement and savings plans; generous paid time off, wellness programs, robust professional development resources and additional firm‑sponsored benefits
• Attorneys also benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement and a culture that values work-life balance, inclusivity, and community engagement

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.