Real Estate Capital Markets Litigation Associate Attorney (NY) at Pernini Legal, LLC

REAL ESTATE CAPITAL MARKETS - LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: New York, NY

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Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 international law firm, is seeking a talented Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Real Estate Capital Markets Practice in NYC. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in commercial litigation with a focus on real estate disputes, creditor’s rights, and foreclosure matters. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team within a firm that offers a collegial environment and clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
• 3–4 years of substantive commercial litigation experience
• Experience with commercial foreclosure litigation and creditor’s rights strongly preferred
  • Experience with landlord-tenant disputes and other real estate litigation matters will also be considered
• Background in motion practice, discovery (including e-discovery), and drafting motions with proper New York citation formatting
• Courtroom experience preferred but not required
• Prior experience at a large regional, national, or international law firm is strongly preferred
• Soft Skills: Strong legal research and writing ability, excellent communication and analytical skills, organizational efficiency, and the ability to thrive independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced practice

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in commercial foreclosure, creditor’s rights, landlord-tenant, and other real estate-related disputes
• Handle motion practice and manage discovery, including e-discovery
• Draft high-quality motions, briefs, and legal memoranda with close attention to New York citation standards
• Provide effective litigation strategy and case management support
• Work both independently and as part of a team to deliver exceptional client service
• Manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously while meeting deadlines

Why Join Us?

This is a premier opportunity to join one of the nation’s most elite Real Estate practices, consistently recognized for its excellence in complex real estate litigation. Attorneys in this group gain unparalleled exposure to high-profile matters that shape the real estate industry, while working alongside some of the most accomplished practitioners in the field. The firm offers world-class resources, a truly collaborative culture, and a clear path for professional growth and advancement. With a dynamic platform and a commitment to innovation, mentorship, and attorney well-being, this is the ideal environment to accelerate your career at the very highest level of practice.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.