Associate Attorney – Transactional Real Estate

The Associate Attorney – Transactional Real Estate role is designed for attorneys who want true ownership over their matters, hands-on transactional experience, and direct client interaction. Our transactional associates manage deals from inception to closing, negotiate key contracts, and serve as trusted advisors to clients. This role is ideal for attorneys seeking a boutique environment where they can grow as strategic, client-focused lawyers while contributing meaningfully to a collaborative, entrepreneurial firm culture.

What You’ll Do

• Manage commercial real estate transactions from start to finish, coordinating strategy and execution in collaboration with partners

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial office leases, purchase and sale agreements, guaranties, access agreements, and ancillary contracts

• Conduct title review and resolve issues prior to closing

• Prepare for and coordinate residential, condo, and co-op closings, ensuring all documentation and logistics are accurate and timely

• Provide practical, client-facing advice on transactional matters, representing the firm’s brand with professionalism and strategic thinking

• Collaborate with paralegals and other team members while maintaining accountability for quality, deadlines, and overall deal outcomes

Who We’re Looking For

Individuals who share our core values

• Tenacious - Grit & perseverance when the going gets tough

• Pushing Boundaries - Creative approach to problem-solving 

• Character Counts - Collaborative and collegial people, who take responsibility and maintain accountability & high emotional intelligence

• "Big Law" Approach - Intellectually curious, proactive, high standards

and also

• Bring relevant experience as a junior associate or associate attorney in a law firm, with specific experience supporting commercial real estate transactions.

• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and appetite for learning, seeking a smaller, up-and-coming firm where they can have real impact and grow their skills.

• Value a high-caliber, collegial culture that is collaborative, responsive, and relationship-driven with colleagues and clients.

• Embrace technology (including legal tech and AI tools) and is eager to learn and adopt new systems that enhance efficiency and quality of work.

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, taking pride in accuracy, professionalism, and supporting attorneys and clients effectively.