Real Estate Equity Associate Attorney (37 Years)

Direct Counsel is partnering with a prestigious AmLaw 10 law firm to identify a Real Estate Equity Associate to join its New York office. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys with strong experience handling complex commercial real estate equity transactions who are seeking to work on high-profile matters with sophisticated clients.

Associates in this role will advise private equity sponsors, institutional investors, developers, and real estate funds on a wide range of real estate investment and transactional matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on commercial real estate equity transactions

• Structure and negotiate joint ventures for real estate investments

• Assist with acquisitions and dispositions of real estate assets

• Support real estate financings and investment structures

• Draft and negotiate transactional agreements and deal documentation

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex real estate transactions

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of commercial real estate transactional experience at a top-tier law firm

• Experience handling real estate joint ventures, acquisitions, and dispositions

• Familiarity with real estate investment structures and financings

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment

• Outstanding academic credentials

• Admission to the New York Bar required

Why This Opportunity

• Join a top-ranked AmLaw 10 real estate practice

• Work on high-value and sophisticated real estate transactions

• Collaborate with leading private equity sponsors and institutional investors

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Strong opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Compensation

The anticipated salary range is $260,000 – $420,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and internal compensation structures. The firm also offers a robust benefits package for attorneys and employees.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through directcounsel.net with your resume and law transcripts.