Associate Attorney, Real Estate

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation NY residential real estate law. The Associate Attorney will work collaboratively within our law office to provide exceptional legal services to our high-net-worth clients.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contracts
• Serve as a liaison with clients, attorneys, realtors, title companies, municipal agencies, and vendors
• Review and summarize title commitments
• Draft closing statements - Assist in reviewing property surveys
• Prepare transactional, loan, including deeds, transfer tax returns, and settlement statements
• Work with lenders and be responsible for all aspects of the closing.
• Attend closings and coordinate the execution of closing documentation
• Organize documents and follow up with title companies to ensure timely recording
• Follow up with title companies to ensure the issuance of final title policies
• Address post-closing items
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Admission to the New York Bar required; admission to the Connecticut Bar is a plus
• A minimum of 1 to 5 years of experience of real estate law within a law firm.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple files simultaneously
• Notary Public a plus

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year. In addition, the firm will offer a percentage of any new business referrals that the candidate brings to the firm.

• The salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate’s level of experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $82,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $82,000 - $105,000