Finance and Real Estate Attorneys

Real Estate Attorney | 2nd–5th Year | New York City – Hybrid
I’m working on a Real Estate Associate search with a leading Am Law firm in New York , and this one is quite specific in terms of the background they're looking for.

They're looking for a 2nd–5th year Real Estate Attorney who is already practising at a top-tier firm , ideally another Am Law firm or a genuinely comparable national/international practice.
So, to be transparent, this probably isn't the right move for someone looking to make the jump from a smaller real estate practice. They want an attorney who is already accustomed to sophisticated clients, complex transactions and the expectations of a leading firm.

If that sounds like you, though, it's a very interesting opportunity.

The practice handles a broad mix of sophisticated real estate transactions, including leasing, acquisitions and dispositions, real estate finance and secured lending . There's also a particular interest in attorneys who have worked on data center transactions , including leasing, colocation agreements, acquisitions, dispositions and related diligence.

The background they're looking for:

• 2–5 years of sophisticated transactional real estate experience
• Currently working at a leading law firm – Am Law experience strongly preferred
• Experience across acquisitions, dispositions, leasing and/or real estate finance
• Experience reviewing title and taking transactions through to closing
• Data center experience would be a real advantage
• Strong academics, drafting skills and attention to detail

Why would I consider it?
If you're already at a strong firm, any move needs to offer something worthwhile.
Here, that's the combination of a top-level platform, sophisticated clients, an increasingly valuable area of real estate work and excellent compensation . It's particularly interesting for someone who wants greater exposure to the data center space while keeping a broader transactional real estate practice.

Salary: $235,000–$365,000
Location: New York City
Working arrangement: Hybrid
Seniority: 2nd–5th year Associate

The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package covering healthcare, retirement, generous leave, parental support and other benefits.

I'm very happy to have an off-the-record conversation if you're at a leading firm and curious about how this opportunity compares with where you are now. There's absolutely no expectation that you need to be actively looking.

If you'd prefer to speak directly, call me on View phone number on click.appcast.io. I appreciate that as a busy attorney, finding time for a conversation during the working day isn't always straightforward.