Real Estate - Senior Associate or Counsel Attorney (NY)

Joseph Michaels International; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 378,000 - 462,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonus structure

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International in New York City seeks a Senior Associate or Counsel for its Real Estate practice. The candidate will handle lender-side real estate financings, from structuring to closing, with significant client interaction and high-value matters.

The ideal attorney has 7+ years of substantive real estate transaction experience, NY Bar admission, and a proven ability to manage complex transactions independently in a collaborative, top-tier AmLaw 50 environment.

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, lender representation.
• Strong loan document drafting, negotiation, and execution skills.
• Experience conducting title and survey diligence.
• Ability to independently manage transactions from structuring through closing.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Strong organizational skills and sound commercial judgment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Real estate finance

Lender representation

Loan document drafting

Title & survey diligence

Transaction management

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Independent handling of transactions

Education

JD from a 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.