We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join our in-house legal team and support a high-volume commercial real estate practice. This role is ideal for a highly motivated attorney with strong commercial leasing and transactional experience who can independently manage multiple matters, provide practical legal guidance, and work closely with internal teams and outside counsel to efficiently move deals forward.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, amendments, renewals, SNDAs, estoppels, and related agreements.
- Support acquisitions, dispositions, and financings through document review, due diligence, and closings while managing deal checklists, timelines, and closing deliverables in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Review leases, title reports, surveys, loan documents, and other legal agreements to identify risks and provide practical business solutions.
- Partner with asset management, acquisitions, and property management teams to support portfolio operations.
- Coordinate with outside counsel, lenders, brokers, title companies, and other transaction parties.
- Manage multiple transactions simultaneously while meeting deadlines and keeping stakeholders informed.
Required Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school and successful passage of the New York State Bar Exam, with admission to practice in New York.
- 7+ years of commercial real estate law experience in a law firm or in-house setting.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly with commercial leases.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with retail, mixed-use, or shopping center leasing.
- Experience working with owner/operators or commercial real estate developers.
- Ability to balance legal risk with practical business objectives.
Namdar Realty Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all applicants and employees.