About this role
Borrower-Side CRE Attorney Opportunity (Associate)
Overview
A small New York-based real estate practice (approximately 10 attorneys) is conducting a confidential search for an Associate Attorney to join its borrower-side commercial real estate team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on high-value, high-volume commercial real estate transactions and receive mentorship from experienced attorneys, with meaningful support for building a book of business.
Target start date is immediately, with an ideal start date of October 26, 2026.
Responsibilities
Represent borrowers in high-value commercial real estate transactions.
Support and lead components of commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
Manage transaction workflow and coordinate deal execution across internal and external stakeholders.
Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents and related closing materials.
Work closely with senior attorneys and partners on deal strategy and client service.
Contribute to practice growth, including participation in business development efforts.
Qualifications
Associate Attorney with 5–8 years of experience in real estate law.
Substantial experience representing borrowers in high-value commercial real estate transactions (required).
Demonstrated experience handling commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
Compensation
Base salary range: $180,000–$250,000.
Additional compensation: bonus and origination credit.
Billable hours: 1,600 target (a goal, not a requirement).
Benefits
Healthcare.
401(k).
Interview Process
Team interview followed by partner interview.