New York City | Hybrid

Real Estate Tax Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Real Estate Tax Associate Attorney to join its New York office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising developers, institutional investors, REITs, private equity sponsors, investment funds, lenders, and multinational clients on sophisticated real estate tax matters.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of transactional tax experience with a focus on commercial real estate gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients on the tax aspects of commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, financings, developments, restructurings, and portfolio transactions

• Experience representing developers, institutional investors, REITs, private equity sponsors, real estate investment funds, lenders, and multinational businesses

• Experience structuring complex real estate transactions to achieve tax-efficient outcomes

• Experience advising on partnership taxation, REIT taxation, like-kind exchanges (Section 1031), opportunity zones, debt restructurings, and real estate fund formations is preferred

• Experience drafting and negotiating tax provisions in purchase and sale agreements, joint venture agreements, partnership agreements, financing documents, and related transactional documents

• Ability to analyze sophisticated federal, state, and local tax issues impacting commercial real estate transactions

• Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated real estate tax matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• LL.M. in Taxation is a plus but not required

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier Real Estate Tax practice

✅ Sophisticated commercial real estate and fund-related tax work

✅ Opportunity to advise leading developers, institutional investors, REITs, and private equity sponsors

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility on complex transactions

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174