Junior Real Estate Associate Attorney
Pernini Legal, LLC
New York, NY
JR. REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Location: New York, NY
Our client, an AmLaw 200 firm with a strong global presence, is seeking a talented and business-oriented junior-level Real Estate Associate Attorney to join its thriving Real Estate practice in New York. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative legal environment.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
- Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing.
- 2–3 years of substantive real estate transactional experience at an AmLaw firm.
- Demonstrated experience with acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, developments, and financings.
- Highly proficient in drafting and negotiating real estate transactional documents.
- Experience working on real estate deals as a key team member.
- Soft Skills: Excellent legal writing, communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
Represent developers, investors, lenders, and corporate clients in a wide range of sophisticated real estate transactions.
Provide counsel on real estate finance, including joint ventures, acquisitions, and dispositions.
Manage transaction components from term sheet through closing, including due diligence, negotiation, drafting, and execution of deal documentation.
Oversee title and survey review, zoning analysis, and the preparation of purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and closing materials.
Advise clients on legal and business risks and deliver clear, actionable solutions tailored to client objectives.
Collaborate closely with attorneys across related practice groups to support complex deal structures.
Why Join Us?
This is a compelling opportunity to join a distinguished and fast-growing Real Estate Practice at a prestigious national law firm. Attorneys in this group enjoy direct client interaction, hands-on responsibility, and meaningful experience with complex transactions from day one. The firm fosters a supportive, team-oriented culture and provides structured professional development. The New York office offers a collegial, entrepreneurial environment with a commitment to inclusivity. For the right candidate, this is a launchpad for long-term growth and advancement within a premier legal platform.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to range from $235,000 – $260,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors. Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; HSA/FSA plans; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid parental leave; time off; wellness initiatives; and employee assistance programs, among others.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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