In-House Real Estate Counsel

Robert Half • New York, NY • 1h ago

Description We are looking for an accomplished In-House Real Estate Counsel to provide legal leadership for a privately held real estate organization in New York, New York. This role serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and partners closely with leasing, acquisitions, finance, asset management, and operations teams on matters affecting a diverse property portfolio. The position is well suited for a commercially minded attorney who can balance legal risk with practical business objectives in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

Act as the lead legal resource for the company and its principals on day-to-day real estate matters and strategic transactions.

Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate a broad range of agreements, including retail and commercial leases, purchase and sale contracts, loan documents, joint venture arrangements, and construction-related contracts.

Counsel internal stakeholders on landlord-tenant issues, zoning considerations, land use matters, development activities, and applicable regulatory obligations.

Direct external law firms and coordinate legal strategy for disputes, claims, and litigation while helping reduce exposure to risk across the portfolio.

Advise leadership on entity governance, compliance obligations, and legal considerations tied to ongoing business operations.

Support property acquisitions, asset sales, refinancing efforts, and portfolio initiatives from structuring through closing.

Work closely with ownership and cross-functional teams to deliver timely, business-focused legal guidance that supports operational and investment goals. Requirements - Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Active license to practice law.

At least 10 years of legal experience, including significant exposure to real estate matters and preferably prior in-house counsel experience.

Demonstrated background representing or advising real estate owners, investors, or developers on commercial property matters.

Strong experience with commercial leasing, real estate transactions, contract drafting, and negotiation.

Proven ability to apply sound business judgment and offer practical, solution-oriented legal advice.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills with the ability to partner effectively across departments.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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