Transactional Real Estate Associate

White & Case LLP; New York; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

White & Case LLP in New York is seeking a Real Estate Transactions Associate to support sophisticated real estate deals for a diverse client base. You will conduct legal research, draft key documents, and coordinate due diligence under partner supervision, while helping coach junior team members and contribute to strategy discussions with senior lawyers.

The role emphasizes meticulously managing timelines, risk assessment, and cross-department collaboration to drive successful closings.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research to support real estate transactions.
• Draft filings, term sheets, and purchase agreements.
• Support due diligence by reviewing financial statements and contracts.
• Coordinate transaction timelines and organize case materials.
• Assist in negotiations and contribute to strategy discussions with senior lawyers.

Job description

Overview

• The Real Estate Practice advises a diverse client base, including developers, owners, private and institutional investors, corporates, lenders, and underwriters, on both real estate transactions and disputes.
• The practice's expertise extends to all types of domestic and international real estate financings, representing borrowers, lenders, and servicers.
• The role focuses on legal tasks related to Transactions specialisms, providing essential support during negotiations and contributing to strategy discussions with senior lawyers.
• Responsibilities include conducting legal research, drafting filings, term sheets, and purchase agreements, and supporting the due diligence process by reviewing financial statements, contracts, and other relevant documents.
• The position involves coordinating various aspects of transaction processes, managing timelines, ensuring efficient completion of all necessary steps, and organizing case materials.
• The associate will work under partner supervision in resolving legal matters and may coordinate and help coach more junior members of the team.