New York - Mid-Level Real Estate Associate Attorney at Pernini Legal, LLC
Job Description
MID-LEVEL REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Location: New York, NY
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Our client, an AmLaw 100 firm with a strong global presence, is seeking a talented and business-oriented 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.
Attorneys without New York bar admission will be considered on the condition they obtain admission within the 1st year of employment.
3–6 years of substantive real estate experience.
Demonstrated experience handling debt and/or equity real estate transactions.
On the debt side, candidates should have experience with mortgage and mezzanine loan transactions.
On the equity side, experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and joint venture structuring is key.
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 lenders, borrowers, developers, investors, and joint ventures in a wide range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.
Manage transaction components from term sheet through closing, including due diligence, negotiation, drafting, and execution of deal documentation.
Advise clients on legal and business risks and deliver clear, actionable solutions tailored to client objectives.
Collaborate closely with attorneys across related practice groups and mentor junior associates as needed.
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 environment and offers structured professional development, while maintaining a flexible hybrid work model that respects work-life integration. 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 $310,000 – $420,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors. Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; time off; wellness initiatives; commuter benefits; and employee assistance programs, among others.
- Additional Perks: Include a sabbatical program, student loan refinancing support, relocation expenses, bar expenses and bar leave, concierge program, fertility treatments, adoption expenses, and corporate discounts.
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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