Senior Leasing Attorney

💼 Position: Full-Time | Senior Leasing Attorney📍 Location: New York, NY and/or Los Angeles, CA🏢 Work Arrangement: Hybrid🕒 Experience Level: 8+ Years of Experience💰 Salary Range: $185,000 – $275,000An AmLaw firm is seeking a Senior Leasing Attorney to join its nationally recognized Real Estate Practice. This hybrid role is open to candidates based in New York or Los Angeles and may be structured as either a staff attorney or partner-track position, depending on experience.This is a unique opportunity to work with national and international clients on sophisticated commercial real estate leasing matters across a wide range of asset classes.Quick Qualifications Snapshot✔ 8+ years of commercial real estate leasing experience✔ Strong background representing landlords and tenants✔ Experience with complex, high-value lease negotiations✔ Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment✔ Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills✔ Admission to the NY or CA Bar (or ability to obtain promptly)About the Real Estate TeamThe team advises national and international clients across industries such as financial services, telecommunications, media, real estate, and healthcare.Attorneys handle sophisticated leasing matters across asset classes, including:⚖️ Retail⚖️ Office⚖️ Industrial⚖️ Mixed-use⚖️ Ground leasesYou’ll collaborate with colleagues across U.S. and international offices while providing practical, business-oriented legal advice to clients.Key Responsibilities✅ Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial leases✅ Advise clients on leasing strategy, risk mitigation, and portfolio management✅ Handle amendments, subleases, assignments, estoppels, and SNDAs✅ Manage transactions from engagement through execution✅ Communicate proactively with clients and internal teams✅ Collaborate with attorneys across national and international officesQualifications• J.D. from an accredited law school• Admission to the NY or CA Bar (or ability to obtain promptly)• 8+ years of commercial leasing experience in a law firm or in-house setting• Deep understanding of leasing structures, market terms, and industry dynamics• Proven ability to manage multiple transactions in a client-focused environment• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills• Experience with national or multi-state leasing portfolios preferred• Excellent judgment and collaborative working styleCompensation & Benefits💰 Compensation is based on experience, skills, and location.In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for:🎯 Performance bonuses🎯 Medical, dental, and vision insurance🎯 Life insurance and retirement plans🎯 Paid time off, parental leave, and holidaysWhy This Opportunity?✨ Join a nationally recognized real estate practice✨ Work with high-profile national and international clients✨ Flexible role structure (staff or partner-track)✨ Hybrid work flexibility✨ Collaborative, inclusive, and globally connected team✨ Access to strong training and professional development programsHow to ApplySubmit your application through LinkedIn with your resume, cover letter, and a copy of your law school transcript, or send a direct message to for additional information.