Senior Level Real Estate Attorney Jobs
Senior level real estate attorney jobs put experienced attorneys in charge of complex transactions, portfolio-level risk strategy, and the junior attorneys and deal teams that execute alongside them. Openings concentrate in Law & Legal Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote roles available, and employers like Jobot, Collabera, and Rivkin Radler LLP hiring at this level now.
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At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. Rivkin Radler has approximately 250 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y. The firm actively encourages equal opportunity through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.
The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.
Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 7 years of real estate/commercial litigation experience to join our firm (location is flexible – Uniondale or NYC). Join our dynamic team where high velocity and exceptional standards are the norm. Because we strive for excellence, occasional late nights and weekends may be necessary to meet our clients’ needs and uphold the standard of care expected by both our clients and the Firm. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and are committed to delivering top-notch service, we invite you to apply.
This position offers a significant opportunity for direct client interaction and trials with a growing, diverse client base of well-known NYC landlords and developers.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting motions for summary judgment and motions to compel
- Appearing daily in Landlord-Tenant court to argue motions and try cases
- Experience handling NYC based Landlord-Tenant court appearances and preparing predicate notices, including rent demands, termination notices, notices to cure, non-payment and holdover petitions.
- Experience drafting pleadings in plenary actions for breach of contract/lease/guaranty.
- Experience drafting lease modifications, surrender agreements and other related landlord-tenant agreements.
- Experience providing day to day legal advice and counsel to real estate operators of various asset classes with particular focus on NYC region and general focus throughout the US
- Landlord/Tenant trial experience a plus.
- NYC based real estate experience preferred (residential and commercial).
- Must be comfortable with managing and timely responding to an intense and significant amount of internal and external email traffic, daily.
- Commercial/construction litigation experience a plus.
- Annualized salary range: $175,000 - $275,000
- Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law
Hybrid Hours - Minimum 3 days a week in office, 2 days a week remotely.
Rivkin Radler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
To find out how you can join our talented team, email recruiting@rivkin.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. Rivkin Radler has approximately 250 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y. The firm actively encourages equal opportunity through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.
The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.
Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 7 years of real estate/commercial litigation experience to join our firm (location is flexible – Uniondale or NYC). Join our dynamic team where high velocity and exceptional standards are the norm. Because we strive for excellence, occasional late nights and weekends may be necessary to meet our clients’ needs and uphold the standard of care expected by both our clients and the Firm. If you thrive in a fast paced environment and are committed to delivering top-notch service, we invite you to apply.
This position offers a significant opportunity for direct client interaction and trials with a growing, diverse client base of well-known NYC landlords and developers.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting motions for summary judgment and motions to compel
- Appearing daily in Landlord-Tenant court to argue motions and try cases
- Experience handling NYC based Landlord-Tenant court appearances and preparing predicate notices, including rent demands, termination notices, notices to cure, non-payment and holdover petitions.
- Experience drafting pleadings in plenary actions for breach of contract/lease/guaranty.
- Experience drafting lease modifications, surrender agreements and other related landlord-tenant agreements.
- Experience providing day to day legal advice and counsel to real estate operators of various asset classes with particular focus on NYC region and general focus throughout the US
- Landlord/Tenant trial experience a plus.
- NYC based real estate experience preferred (residential and commercial).
- Must be comfortable with managing and timely responding to an intense and significant amount of internal and external email traffic, daily.
- Commercial/construction litigation experience a plus.
- Annualized salary range: $175,000 - $275,000
- Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law
Hybrid Hours - Minimum 3 days a week in office, 2 days a week remotely.
Rivkin Radler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
To find out how you can join our talented team, email recruiting@rivkin.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Senior Level Real Estate Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level real estate attorney job?
Employers at this level look for attorneys who have owned deals from letter of intent through closing without heavy supervision, not just supported them. A demonstrated record of handling high-value or complex transactions, familiarity with current market conditions, and the ability to advise business clients directly rather than execute instructions give candidates a clear edge. Leadership experience, whether formal or informal, consistently matters.
Which companies hire senior level real estate attorneys?
Companies hiring senior level real estate attorneys right now include Jobot, Collabera, and Rivkin Radler LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a range of employers, including large law firms, in-house legal departments at real estate developers and investment firms, financial institutions, and corporate legal teams across industries with significant property holdings.
Are there remote senior level real estate attorney jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer type and deal complexity. About 83% of senior level real estate attorney openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting growing flexibility at this level. In-house roles at larger organizations and document-intensive advisory work tend to offer the most remote options, while transaction-heavy positions often still require some on-site presence.
What makes a real estate attorney role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope, not just years in practice. Attorneys at this level manage transactions or matters end to end, exercise independent judgment on complex legal and business issues, and are accountable for outcomes rather than tasks. They also typically mentor junior attorneys, contribute to client relationships, and shape how legal work gets done within their team or department.
Which industries hire the most senior level real estate attorneys?
Senior Level real estate attorney roles concentrate in Law & Legal Services, Consulting & Professional Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they involve ongoing, high-volume, or high-value property transactions, development activity, or complex regulatory environments that require experienced legal oversight rather than general counsel support.