Attorney/Lawyer

We are seeking an Attorney (2–5 years of experience) to join our in-house legal team supporting the company's real estate operations, leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, financings, litigation, and public company activity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial leasing and a working understanding of the legal and business issues that arise in the ownership and operation of open-air shopping centers and urban street retail properties. 

Some of the key points that make this opportunity attractive include: 

• This opportunity will involve regular engagement with the various business teams. 
• The company's work atmosphere is fueled by creative, high achieving individuals who are looking to be strategic contributors to the organization’s growth. 
• The company has a long track record of financial success fueled by high quality acquisitions, development projects, and leasing expertise. The company is known for producing a record rate of return for its asset class. 
• Further develop your leasing background by working with a seasoned, deal-oriented business and legal teams. 
• Westchester location near the Harrison and Rye train stations makes for an easy commute. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate retail and commercial leasing documents, including leases, amendments, assignments, letter agreements, SNDAs, and access agreements.
• Advise internal teams on lease interpretation issues, tenant defaults, bankruptcy issues, and compliance with use restrictions and co-tenancy provisions.
• Manage and coordinate bankruptcy-related matters, including review of filings, proofs of claim, assumption/rejection motions, and other proceedings affecting landlord rights.
• Collaborate with outside counsel on tenant bankruptcies, landlord/tenant disputes, and other property-level litigation.
• Support transactional legal matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and joint ventures.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a top law school with current bar admission.
• Strong academic credentials.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience, preferably at a law firm or in-house legal department focused on commercial real estate.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments, manage multiple priorities, and provide practical business-oriented legal advice.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound legal judgment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team.

Compensation

$150,000.00-$175,000.00 Yearly

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