Real Estate Commercial Leasing / Attorneys

Experience Level: Mid-Level Associate (3–7 years)
About the Firm: Our client is a respected mid-size law firm located in lower Manhattan, known for their excellence in transactional real estate, commercial real estate, and banking. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, take on meaningful work, or join a team that works hard and enjoys the process, this firm is a place where you can build a rewarding legal career.
Position Overview: An exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial Leasing Attorney to join their team! The ideal candidate is a motivated and detail-oriented attorney with extensive experience managing complex commercial leasing transactions and a deep understanding of the legal and business dynamics that drive commercial real estate deals.
Manage commercial real estate transactions for various asset classes including office, retail, industrial, and ground leases
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial leases including gross leases, modified gross leases, triple net leases, percentage leases, and ground leases
Manage all aspects of commercial real estate purchase and sale transactions, including contract negotiation, due diligence, title, and survey review, and closing
Analyze lease provisions related to rent escalations, operating expenses, CAM charges, exclusivity, use restrictions, and default provisions
Negotiate and draft/revise letters of intent (LOIs), lease amendments, assignments, subleases, and early terminations
Counsel clients on lease administration issues, enforcement of lease terms, and rights and remedies in default situations
Conduct due diligence including lease abstracts, estoppel certificates, and SNDA (Subordination, Non-Disturbance, and Attornment) agreements
Conduct legal research and analysis related to real estate law, zoning, title, and regulatory compliance in New York
Ability to analyze the business impact of leasing terms and align legal recommendations with client objectives
Maintain strong relationships with clients and provide practical, business-focused legal guidance throughout all stages of transactions
Collaborate with institutional lenders in connection with lease reviews and financing transactions
Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups, including banking and finance to structure transactions
Provide guidance on leasehold financing issues and negotiate lease terms that satisfy lender underwriting requirements
Ability to interpret and synthesize complex lease documents and align legal advice with clients' business goals
Stay current on market leasing trends, local zoning updates, and commercial real estate developments affecting leasing strategies
D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in New York State

• 3-7 years’ experience in commercial leasing and real estate transactions at a law firm or in house legal department
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating leases for office, retail, and or industrial spaces
• Familiarity with real estate financing, loan documents, and title/survey review
• Knowledge of zoning regulations, building codes, and ADA compliance as they relate to leasehold improvements
• Deep understanding of key lease provisions: rent escalations, use clauses, exclusivity, operating expenses/CAM, repair and maintenance obligations, indemnities, and termination rights

Retirement savings plan (401k)