Description
A boutique law firm with a reputation for excellence in real estate law is seeking a Real Estate Litigation Associate to join its growing team.
Who You Are
- A litigation-focused attorney with 4–7 years of experience in commercial and real estate disputes
- Deeply familiar with New York State law and the workings of the New York Supreme Court
- Comfortable navigating the legal landscape across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and occasionally Long Island
- Skilled in handling co-op and condo conflicts, commercial landlord-tenant matters, and eviction proceedings
What You’ll Do
- Represent clients in litigation matters involving co-op boards, sponsors, and commercial landlords
- Manage cases from inception through resolution, including court appearances and motion practice
- Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop case strategies and timelines
- Maintain a daily billable target of seven hours
What Success Looks Like
- You’re trusted to lead litigation matters with confidence and precision
- Clients feel supported and well-represented in disputes
- Your caseload is managed efficiently, with strong outcomes and minimal oversight
- You contribute to a collegial, respectful firm culture while maintaining high professional standards
Salary Range: $190,000 – 225,000 annually, based on experience
Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
