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Tax Associate (Real Estate/REITs) — New York
Our AmLaw 100 client is building out its New York tax bench for real estate and REIT work. The platform handles complex, high-value assets and cross-border structures, with national recognition across Real Estate and Tax by leading directories.
Role Summary
• Advise on REIT structuring, acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures, capital markets and financing matters tied to real estate assets
• Draft and negotiate tax provisions in transaction documents
• Partner with Real Estate, Funds, Capital Markets and Corporate teams across offices on tax-driven deal architecture and execution
Candidate Profile
• Law school class years 2019–2022
• Solid tax foundation with hands-on exposure to real estate, including REITs
• Excellent research, writing and analytical skills; creative problem solver who can navigate novel issues
• New York location required
Why This Role
• High-caliber matters at a top firm in this space, consistently recognized by Chambers USA, with strong Real Estate and respected Tax rankings.
• Mentorship and training that are structured and accessible, including confidential coaching, live and on-demand CLE, and partner mentorship.
• Healthy firm momentum and resources that support ambitious associates, reflected in recent industry reporting on growth and profitability.
• Compensation: $260,000–$390,000 base, plus discretionary performance bonus; comprehensive benefits including health care, retirement, paid time off, parental leave, life insurance and FSAs.
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Salary : $260,000 - $390,000
