Associate General Counsel Job at Talently, Westchester County, NY

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  • Talently
  • Westchester County, NY

Job Description

Job Title: 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

About the Real Estate Company / The Opportunity:

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.

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