Commercial Real Estate/Leasing Transactional Associate

Job Description

We are working with a prominent Am Law 200 firm seeking a Commercial Real Estate/Leasing Transactional Associate with 5–7 years of experience to join its established Real Estate and Development practice. The position is available in Stamford, Hartford, New York City, Boston, Washington, DC, and West Palm Beach.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with strong commercial real estate credentials to work on sophisticated transactions involving acquisitions, dispositions, commercial leasing, and real estate financing. The practice represents a diverse client base, including buyers, sellers, lenders, property owners, landlords, and tenants across a broad range of commercial real estate asset classes.

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Responsibilities

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• Represent clients in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing matters.
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• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, lease amendments, assignments, subleases, letters of intent, and related agreements.
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• Advise landlords and tenants on sophisticated commercial leasing transactions.
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• Review and analyze complex real estate agreements and transaction documents.
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• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on real estate development and transactional matters.
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• Manage multiple transactions while maintaining strong client relationships and delivering practical legal advice.
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Qualifications

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• 5–7 years of commercial real estate transactional experience at a law firm.
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• Substantial experience with commercial leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, and real estate financing transactions.
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• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly involving commercial leases and related agreements.
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• Excellent academic credentials and strong legal research, analytical, and communication skills.
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• Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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• Admission to the state bar in the selected office location is required.
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Compensation

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The anticipated base salary range is $190,000–$230,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and office location.

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Work Arrangement & Benefits

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The firm offers a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive benefits package.

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Opportunity

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This position offers the opportunity to join a sophisticated commercial real estate practice with a diverse client base and a broad range of transactional work. The successful candidate will have meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and opportunities for continued professional development within a collaborative environment.

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Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply confidentially. We will handle all inquiries with discretion.