Commercial Real Estate Associate

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Job Overview:
A well-regarded law firm is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Associate to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of verifiable experience in commercial real estate law within a mid-to-large law firm setting. This position involves a broad range of real estate work, including leasing, acquisitions, sales, due diligence, and closings. The role requires a detail-oriented, highly organized attorney with strong drafting skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Location:

• Providence, RI

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate leases from both landlord and tenant perspectives

• Prepare property acquisition, sale documents, and related transactional agreements

• Conduct due diligence reviews including title, zoning, environmental, lease, and survey reviews

• Draft and review real estate documents such as:

  • Easements

  • Restrictive covenants

  • Estoppels

  • SNDAs

  • FIRPTA certificates

  • Deeds and closing documents

• Monitor transactional deadlines and prepare critical date schedules

• Handle title and survey review, title objections, and compliance with ALTA standards

• Oversee and conduct closings, including settlement statement review and post-closing follow-up

• Draft correspondence regarding lease disputes, claims, and defenses

• Support senior attorneys and coordinate with staff and paralegals on transaction management

• Maintain organized client files and ensure accurate documentation

Requirements:

• 2–5 years of continuous and specific experience in commercial real estate law

• Experience in a law firm with at least 50 attorneys strongly preferred

• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and professionally

• Proven ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

• Bachelor's degree required

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one of the following states:

  • Massachusetts

  • Rhode Island

  • New York

  • North Carolina

  • South Carolina

  • Florida

Skills:

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Excellent drafting and legal document preparation abilities

• High-level proficiency with due diligence processes and transactional workflows

• Understanding of state and federal court procedures and real estate regulations

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage confidential matters with discretion

• Strong initiative and sound professional judgment

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)

• Opportunity to work on high-level commercial real estate transactions

• Collaborative firm environment with experienced attorneys and support staff

• Exposure to a wide range of real estate clients and deal types

• Support for professional development and growth

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306