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Underberg & Kessler LLP · 3 days ago

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Rochester, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$90K/yr - $120K/yr

2+ years exp

Underberg & Kessler LLP is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Associate Attorney with 2–3 years of experience to join their Real Estate & Finance Practice Group in Rochester, NY. The role involves managing and advising on commercial real estate transactions, working closely with partners and clients on complex deals while providing strategic legal guidance.

Law Practice

Responsibilities

Assist with commercial property transactions, including purchases, sales, development, leasing, and financing

Draft and negotiate loan documents, leases, easements, and closing documentation

Facilitate due diligence in a variety of transactions

Conduct title and survey reviews, due diligence, and closing coordination

Represent developers, business owners, and financial institutions on transactional matters

Work closely with partners and clients to manage deals from start to finish

Represent banks, developers, investors, and business clients in a variety of real estate matters

Provide strategic legal guidance to clients while managing risk and ensuring compliance

Work directly with decision-makers and business leaders on complex deals

Oversee non-attorney closing personnel and manage closing checklists and timelines

Collaborate with partners and other attorneys across practice groups as needed

Contribute to the success of the Real Estate & Finance team and firm initiatives

Participate in client development efforts

Qualification

Commercial real estate transactionsDraftingLegal counselNegotiationJ.D. from accredited law schoolAdmission to practice in NYCommunication skillsTeam-orientedProject management

Required

2–3 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions

J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York State

Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously with accuracy and professionalism

Team-oriented, with a collaborative mindset

Benefits

401(k) with 3% profit-sharing + 2% employer contribution

Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance

4 weeks paid time off + paid holidays

Hybrid work schedule after onboarding

Professional mentorship and career development support

Company

Underberg & Kessler LLP

With law firm offices located throughout the Western New York region, our attorneys in Rochester, Buffalo, Canandaigua and Geneseo, NY are just steps away from where you live and work.

Founded in 1926

Rochester, New York, USA

51-200 employees