Hospitality and Leisure Associate Attorney (Multi Office)
4 days ago
New York
Locations: New York, NY | Chicago, IL | Phoenix, AZ | Washington, DC A top-15 AmLaw firm is seeking a talented mid-level Associate Attorney to join its highly-regarded Hospitality & Leisure Practice Group in New York, Chicago, Phoenix or Washington, DC. This position offers the opportunity to work with market-leading clients on sophisticated hotel, mixed-use, and complex real estate and corporate transactions across the U.S. and internationally. Candidate Profile • JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record, • Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing, • 2–4 years of substantive experience in real estate or transactional matters, • Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, joint venture agreements, commercial contracts, or related transactional documents, • Familiarity with hotel, mixed-use, or hospitality transactions is strongly preferred, but not required, • Prior law firm experience with large, sophisticated deal work is required, • Ability to manage complex workstreams, competing deadlines, and multifaceted transactions, • Ability to manage closings, oversee due diligence, and drive transactions forward efficiently, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong analytical capability and demonstrated attention to detail, • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with partners, clients, and cross-office teams, • Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional client service Key Responsibilities • Represent owners, investors, developers, operators, and financial institutions in hospitality and mixed-use real estate transactions, • Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents, including letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, hotel management agreements, franchise agreements, license agreements, and joint venture contracts, • Support financing transactions, including negotiation of loan documents and related deliverables, • Manage deal closings from inception through completion, coordinating all parties and documentation, • Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including title and survey review, corporate structuring, zoning, and property-level analysis, • Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and global offices to support cross-border and multi-jurisdictional deals, • Work directly with clients and become a trusted advisor through consistent, high-quality service Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to join a practice widely regarded as the gold standard in hospitality and leisure transactions. Associates will gain hands-on experience, deal autonomy, and exposure to a uniquely specialized practice consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers USA. You will work closely with industry-leading partners and a globally integrated team, advising on high-value hotel and mixed-use projects for iconic owners, developers, and investors. The role offers exposure to international deal work, cutting-edge asset classes, and some of the most sophisticated transactions in the industry. Our client provides a collaborative, growth-focused culture that values mentorship, professional development, and long-term career progression within a premier global platform. Compensation & Benefits • Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $235,000 – $310,000, as determined by experience and market factors, • Discretionary Bonus Eligibility, • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternity and paternity leave; generous PTO; tuition reimbursement; and additional perks, • Professional Support: Robust training resources, global platforms, cross-office collaboration, and opportunities for advancement Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet highlighting relevant experience for consideration. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-DNP