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Talently

Associate General Counsel

Talently, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Associate General Counsel Location:

Onsite 4 days/week in Westchester County, New York, United States

Salary:

$140,000-$170,000 + Bonus

Skills:

Commercial Leasing, Bankruptcy, Default Management, Legal Compliance

Are you a talented junior attorney with a passion for real estate and some experience with commercial leasing? Our client, a leading real estate company, offers a collaborative environment where legal professionals partner closely with business teams on high-impact acquisitions, developments, and leasing across major urban markets. This role is based in Westchester County and provides an excellent opportunity to grow your leasing and operations expertise within a respected, growth-driven organization.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate retail and commercial leasing documents, including leases, amendments, assignments, and related agreements.

Advise business teams on lease interpretation, tenant defaults, bankruptcy issues, and compliance matters.

Manage and coordinate bankruptcy-related activities, including filings, proofs of claim, motions, and proceedings affecting landlord rights.

Collaborate with outside counsel on tenant bankruptcies, landlord/tenant disputes, and property-level litigation.

Support transactional legal matters such as acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and joint ventures.

Provide practical legal guidance to ensure business objectives are met while maintaining compliance.

Must-Have Skills

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a top law school with current bar admission.

2-7 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate, preferably at a law firm or in-house legal department.

Demonstrated expertise in commercial leasing, bankruptcy, and default management.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound legal judgment.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and high professionalism.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Experience supporting acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and joint ventures in real estate.

Track record of working with seasoned, deal-oriented business and legal teams.

Ability to provide strategic, business-oriented legal advice.

History of supporting public company activity and related legal matters.

Seniority Level Associate

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Legal

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