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Direct Counsel

Tax Associate Attorney

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$260K - $365K/yr

Real estate and REIT taxation * Structured finance and securitization * Lending and project finance * Bankruptcy and workouts * Capital markets and structured note transactions * Start-up and early ...

PREP CO LLC

Real Estate Attorney

Park City, UT · On-site

About the Role The Real Estate Attorney is responsible for providing legal services across real ... Familiarity with REIT structures and commercial real estate investment platforms preferred.

PREP CO LLC

Real Estate Attorney

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

About the Role The Real Estate Attorney is responsible for providing legal services across real ... Familiarity with REIT structures and commercial real estate investment platforms preferred.

PREP CO LLC

Real Estate Attorney

Park City, UT · On-site

About the Role The Real Estate Attorney is responsible for providing legal services across real ... Familiarity with REIT structures and commercial real estate investment platforms preferred.

PREP CO LLC

Real Estate Attorney

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

About the Role The Real Estate Attorney is responsible for providing legal services across real ... Familiarity with REIT structures and commercial real estate investment platforms preferred.

Alliance Resource

Assistant General Counsel

Rye, NY · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

AKR) is a leading equity REIT headquartered in Rye, New York, with focus on premier street and open ... We are seeking a Mid-Level to Senior-Level Attorney to join our in-house legal team. The ideal ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for reit attorney in the United States is $98,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a REIT Attorney, you need a comprehensive understanding of real estate law, securities regulation, and corporate transactions, typically backed by a Juris Doctor degree and state bar admission. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), SEC filing systems, and contract management software is often required. Strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly are important soft skills. These abilities are vital to ensure legal compliance, safeguard REIT interests, and facilitate successful real estate investment transactions.

What are the typical responsibilities of a REIT Attorney on a daily basis?

A REIT Attorney's typical day involves drafting and reviewing real estate transaction documents, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations, advising on property acquisitions or dispositions, and managing corporate governance matters related to the REIT structure. You will often collaborate closely with in-house counsel, asset managers, investment professionals, and external legal teams to support ongoing real estate deals and regulatory filings. Many REIT Attorneys also play a key role in due diligence, risk assessment, and communicating legal guidance to executive leadership. This collaborative and multifaceted environment offers a dynamic workflow with opportunities to develop both transactional and regulatory expertise.

What does a REIT Attorney do?

A REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) Attorney specializes in the legal aspects of real estate investments, ensuring compliance with securities regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance. They assist clients in structuring REITs, handling transactions, drafting contracts, and navigating regulatory requirements. Their work often involves advising on SEC filings, real estate acquisitions, and financing matters to maintain REIT status.

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Infographic showing various Reit Attorney job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $98,330 per year, or $47.3 per hour.

Tax Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$260K - $365K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Tax Associate Attorney Locations: Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; San Diego, California Direct Counsel is seeking a Tax Associate to join a premier international law firm's highly regarded Tax Practice Group. This is an exceptional opportunity for a mid-level tax attorney to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactional matters alongside nationally recognized practitioners advising leading public and private companies, private equity sponsors, investment funds, and emerging growth businesses. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, cutting-edge transactional platform, and commitment to attorney development, offering associates meaningful responsibility on complex matters from the outset. Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, restructurings, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
  • Support sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactional matters
  • Counsel clients on matters involving:
    • Private equity and hedge funds
    • Real estate and REIT taxation
    • Structured finance and securitization
    • Lending and project finance
    • Bankruptcy and workouts
    • Capital markets and structured note transactions
    • Start-up and early-stage company matters
  • Draft and review transactional documents and tax-related provisions
  • Independently manage significant components of transactions
  • Collaborate closely with corporate, finance, restructuring, and capital markets teams across offices
Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of significant transactional tax experience at a leading law firm
  • Strong background in federal transactional tax matters
  • Experience advising on mergers & acquisitions, private equity, and strategic transactions
  • Ability to independently manage workstreams and client matters
  • Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Admission to the New York or California Bar, or eligibility to waive in
Why Join This Firm
  • Work on sophisticated, high-profile domestic and international transactions
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment
  • Strong mentorship and professional development programs
  • Transparent career advancement framework and sponsorship opportunities
  • Market-leading platform with globally recognized practices
Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $260,000 - $365,000 annually Compensation may vary depending on experience, qualifications, office location, and other business-related factors. In addition to base salary, the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans
  • Generous parental and family-building benefits
  • Flexible time off
  • Wellness and mental health programs
  • Professional development and bar membership support
  • Robust pro bono opportunities and charitable matching programs

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