Real Estate Associate Attorney

About this role

The New York office of Akerman LLP seeks a Real Estate Associate with 2 to 4 years of experience working in a top New York real estate practice, handling sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, with an emphasis on lender side real estate finance (commercial mortgage, construction and mezzanine loans), and joint ventures. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience drafting and negotiating loan documents and being part of the closing teams. Excellent writing, analytical and organizational skills are required, as well as strong attention to detail. Must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school, be a member of the New York State Bar, and have prior Am Law 100 law firm experience. Annual base salary: $195,000 - $240,000 (Akerman LLP is not a lock-step firm. The exact amount of salary for this position is dependent on a variety of factors). In addition to base salary, Akerman offers an annual discretionary bonus, paid time off, professional and client development allowance, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan), and a pre-tax transportation benefit. About the Firm Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States. To learn more about our firm, please visit us at www.akerman.com. Firm Recognitions Top 100 U.S. Law Firms ( The American Lawyer ) Among the Most Innovative Law Firms ( Financial Times ) Ranked among 100 Most Prestigious U.S. Law Firms ( Vault ) Ranked among Top U.S. Law Firms for Client Service in the “BTI Client Service A-Team” report ( BTI Consulting) Equal Employment Opportunity Policy We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can reach their full potential, no matter their race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation or genetic makeup. Note to Search Firms Akerman LLP will not accept unsolicited resumes or other unsolicited candidate information from Search Firms. Submissions will only be considered when a fully executed fee agreement is in place. Search firms should contact danielle.shannon@akerman.com for additional information.