Real Estate Associate

Greenberg Traurig?s Junior Associate - Real Estate (primary focus Leasing) & Corporate Law Position Overview We are seeking a motivated Junior Associate to join our Real Estate and Corporate practice groups at our New Jersey office is looking office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an associate a recent law school graduate or attorney with 2-5 1-3 years of experience to develop expertise in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions leasing transactions and dispositions, corporate law matters while working alongside experienced partners and senior associates. Key Responsibilities Real Estate (primary focus Leasing) Draft, review, and negotiate commercial lease agreements for office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties Assist with lease amendments, assignments, subleases, and lease terminations Support landlord and tenant representation matters Conduct due diligence reviews for real estate finance, joint ventures transactions Review and development. Candidates analyze purchase and sale agreements Prepare closing documents and coordinate real estate closings Corporate Law Draft and review corporate formation documents, including articles of incorporation, bylaws, and operating agreements Assist with large firm experience preferred. In addition, candidates should possess a strong academic background, superior drafting mergers and negotiation skills, the ability to take on significant project responsibility acquisitions, including due diligence, purchase agreements, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should also be diligent, detail-oriented, proactive, supportive, closing documentation Prepare corporate governance documents and team-oriented board resolutions Support securities law compliance and private placement transactions Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, employment agreements, and non-disclosure agreements Assist with exceptional intrapersonal skills corporate restructuring and comfort dissolution matters Maintain corporate records and ensure regulatory compliance General Duties Conduct legal research using Westlaw, Lexis, and other research platforms Prepare legal memoranda and client correspondence Attend client meetings, closings, and court proceedings as needed Collaborate with partners, senior associates, and support staff Manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously Participate in client-facing situations. Candidates must be admitted business development activities and client relationship building Qualifications Required J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school Admission to the New Jersey Bar. Submit brief cover letter, resume, State Bar (or eligibility for admission by motion) 1-3 years of relevant legal experience Strong academic credentials Excellent written and JD verbal communication skills Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Preferred Prior experience in real estate or corporate law Summer associate or internship experience at a large law firm Law review, moot court, or other legal writing experience Business or finance background Admission to New York State Bar Experience with legal research databases and document management systems What We Offer Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and market rates Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan with firm matching Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education support Mentorship program pairing junior associates with senior attorneys Clear path for advancement within the firm Collaborative and supportive work environment Opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions with high-profile clients Access to cutting-edge legal technology and resources Application Requirements Please submit the following materials: Cover letter detailing your interest in real estate and corporate law Current resume Law school transcript (unofficial transcript Two professional references Writing sample (preferably legal memorandum or transactional document) About Our Firm Greenberg Traurig is acceptable), all in PDF format. a full-service law firm with over 343 attorneys serving clients throughout New Jersey and the tri-state area. Our Real Estate and Corporate practice groups represent a diverse client base including developers, landlords, tenants, financial institutions, public and private companies, and emerging businesses. We are committed to providing exceptional legal services while maintaining a collegial and inclusive workplace culture. The expected pay range for this position is: $175,000-$235,000 $175,000-$225,000 Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets. Greenberg Traurig GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to diversity merit-based consideration and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered review without regards regard to an individual?s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases. Exemplifying our commitment to promoting inclusion characteristics and equity across our platform, to the firm participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program (Mansfield). Mansfield, which is facilitated by The Diversity Lab, focuses principles of non-discrimination on equal opportunity, fairness, and inclusivity. The Mansfield requirements are anchored in the consideration of expanded talent pools considered for select positions and open roles within the law firm and the implementation of and access to transparent processes. Utilizing the Mansfield framework, the firm?s progress and outcomes are measured and documented through Mansfield Certification Plus Metrics. In 2023, GT achieved Mansfield 6.0 Certification Plus. We are excited about our ongoing participation in Mansfield given the program?s alignment with the firm?s commitment to opportunities for advancement that are inclusive for everyone. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving our goals and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements. 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Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)

Practice Areas & Specialty

Development, Finance, Leasing, P&S, Real Estate