Mid-Level Real Estate Transactional Attorney in Queens

Job Description

gpac (The #1 Recruiting Firm in the Nation) is partnering with a respected NYC-based firm to identify a Mid-Level Real Estate Transactional Attorney with experience in commercial real estate deals. This is a unique opportunity to work with a lean, sophisticated legal team handling high-stakes transactions across the New York real estate market.

About the Firm
This firm has earned a reputation for its sharp legal talent, aggressive deal structuring, and practical guidance. Known for its work in real estate, business law, and litigation, the team offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with high standards and manageable billables.

About the Role
The ideal candidate will take the lead on acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, and joint venture transactions. You’ll work directly with clients ranging from investors and developers to institutional owners and private lenders.

What You’ll Do

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, leases, and operating agreements
• Manage due diligence, title review, and survey matters
• Handle closings and coordinate with title companies, opposing counsel, and stakeholders
• Advise clients on zoning, development, and real estate-related regulatory issues
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates on complex transactions

What We’re Looking For

• 3–7 years of commercial real estate transactional experience
• Licensed to practice law in New York (Active & in Good Standing)
• Strong understanding of NYC commercial real estate markets and deal dynamics
• Experience with acquisitions, financing, leasing, and entity structuring
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proactive mindset

Compensation & Work Expectations

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• 1,200–1,400 billable hour target – designed for work-life balance
• Flexible in-office expectations depending on experience level

Interested?
If you're a commercial real estate attorney looking to grow your transactional experience in NYC, reach out to Chad Calcaterra at gpac or send your resume directly for confidential consideration.
📩 Email: chad.calcaterra@gogpac.com
📞 Phone: (605) 401-6992

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.