Commercial Real Estate Attorney
Job Description
Commercial Real Estate Attorney – Make an Impact in NYC Real Estate
📍 Location: New York, NY
💼 Practice Area: Commercial Real Estate
🕒 Experience Level: 3–7 Years (Mid-Level Associate)
💰 Base Salary: $135,000+ (Commensurate with Experience) + Full Benefits
About the Opportunity
A highly respected Manhattan real estate firm is looking for a talented Commercial Real Estate Attorney to join its busy and collaborative transactional team. This is not your average desk job, you’ll be at the legal center of commercial deals shaping New York City. From drafting high-stakes leases to leading complex negotiations, you’ll play a vital role in advising clients who own, lease, and develop real estate across all asset classes.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy thinking like a dealmaker, and want to be part of a firm that values your voice and your future, this role offers the perfect platform to grow.
What You’ll Do
- Lead sophisticated lease transactions for retail, office, industrial, and ground leases—drafting, reviewing, and negotiating from LOI to close.
- Support end-to-end real estate deals, including purchases, sales, leasehold financing, and joint ventures.
- Interpret and structure key lease provisions: use clauses, CAM, escalation, exclusivity, early termination, and more.
- Collaborate directly with clients—owners, developers, and institutional lenders—to align legal advice with business goals.
- Work cross-functionally with finance and zoning counsel on leasehold due diligence, SNDAs, estoppels, and regulatory review.
- Keep your market edge by staying current on NYC real estate trends, zoning shifts, and commercial leasing strategies.
What We’re Looking For
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admission to the New York Bar
- 3–7 years of strong commercial leasing and real estate transactional experience
- Deep familiarity with NYC commercial leasing standards, including retail and office
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills — you should be confident in owning your deals
- A client-first mindset and excellent communication skills
- Bonus if you’ve worked with institutional lenders and understand leasehold financing dynamics
Why This Role Stands Out
- Step into immediate deal flow with top-tier clients
- Work in a highly collaborative culture where your voice matters
- Be mentored by senior attorneys who are experts in their field
- Real growth potential in a platform built for long-term success
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($135K+) + bonuses
- Comprehensive health benefits
- 401(k) with match
- Generous vacation and PTO
- Professional development opportunities and firm-sponsored CLE
If you're looking to build a long-term legal career at the heart of NYC real estate, this is your chance to stand out. Apply today and bring your expertise where it counts.