Associate Attorney - Real Estate Zoning & Land Use

Our client, a prestigious full-service law firm with over 150 years of legal excellence, is seeking a Senior Attorney to join its thriving Real Estate Practice Group. This is a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team on sophisticated and high-impact projects involving land use, zoning, development, and related litigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise and represent clients in complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, sales, leasing, financing, and development.
• Manage land use and zoning matters such as subdivisions, rezoning, variances, conditional use permits, and related appeals.
• Represent clients before municipal and zoning boards, as well as in administrative and court proceedings when necessary.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents including purchase agreements, leases, and development agreements.
• Conduct legal research and develop strategic solutions for land use and real estate challenges.
• Collaborate with attorneys and professionals across practice groups to deliver high-quality, client-focused service.
• Stay abreast of evolving laws and regulations impacting real estate and land use in New York.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school; active membership in the New York Bar.
• 4+ years of real estate law experience, with an emphasis on land use and zoning.
• Background in real estate litigation is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex real estate matters independently.
• Exceptional research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• A collaborative mindset and client-first approach.
• A portable book of business is preferred and will be discussed confidentially.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary: $200,000 – $250,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and professional development support.