Hospitality and Leisure Associate Attorney (Multi Office)

HOSPITALITY & LEISURE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Hotel, Mixed-Use, and Complex Real Estate Transactions

Locations: New York, NY | Chicago, IL | Phoenix, AZ | Washington, DC

A top-15 AmLaw firm is seeking a talented mid-level Associate Attorney to join its highly-regarded Hospitality & Leisure Practice Group in New York, Chicago, Phoenix or Washington, DC . This position offers the opportunity to work with market-leading clients on sophisticated hotel, mixed-use, and complex real estate and corporate transactions across the U.S. and internationally.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction , in good standing
• 2–4 years of substantive experience in real estate or transactional matters
• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements , joint venture agreements , commercial contracts , or related transactional documents
• Familiarity with hotel , mixed-use , or hospitality transactions is strongly preferred , but not required
• Prior law firm experience with large , sophisticated deal work is required
• Ability to manage complex workstreams, competing deadlines, and multifaceted transactions
• Ability to manage closings , oversee due diligence , and drive transactions forward efficiently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical capability and demonstrated attention to detail
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with partners, clients, and cross-office teams
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional client service

Key Responsibilities

• Represent owners , investors , developers , operators , and financial institutions in hospitality and mixed-use real estate transactions
• Review , draft , and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents , including letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, hotel management agreements, franchise agreements, license agreements, and joint venture contracts
• Support financing transactions , including negotiation of loan documents and related deliverables
• Manage deal closings from inception through completion, coordinating all parties and documentation
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence , including title and survey review , corporate structuring , zoning , and property-level analysis
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and global offices to support cross-border and multi-jurisdictional deals
• Work directly with clients and become a trusted advisor through consistent, high-quality service

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a practice widely regarded as the gold standard in hospitality and leisure transactions . Associates will gain hands-on experience, deal autonomy, and exposure to a uniquely specialized practice consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers USA . You will work closely with industry-leading partners and a globally integrated team , advising on high-value hotel and mixed-use projects for iconic owners, developers, and investors. The role offers exposure to international deal work , cutting-edge asset classes , and some of the most sophisticated transactions in the industry . Our client provides a collaborative, growth-focused culture that values mentorship, professional development, and long-term career progression within a premier global platform .

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary : Expected annual base salary range of $235,000 – $310,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
• Discretionary Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternity and paternity leave; generous PTO; tuition reimbursement; and additional perks
• Professional Support : Robust training resources, global platforms, cross-office collaboration, and opportunities for advancement

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and deal sheet highlighting relevant experience for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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