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Howard Hughes

Leasing Attorney

The Woodlands, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This attorney will own the legal leasing program in the region across the company's office, retail ... In-house experience at a developer, REIT, or institutional landlord, and familiarity with Texas ...

BLUEPRINT SERVICES LLC

Personal CFO

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

The CFO-level responsibilities for Soltrust Residential REIT itself - including oversight of the ... Coordinate with attorneys, bankers, insurance brokers, and other outside professionals on financial ...

Cohen & Steers

Associate, Corporate Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Provide support to attorneys advising the Corporate business of Cohen & Steers, Inc., a NYSE-listed ... REIT, Inc., a non-traded REIT (CNSREIT), and four international operating affiliates. Cohen ...

Cohen & Steers

Associate, Corporate Paralegal

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Provide support to attorneys advising the Corporate business of Cohen & Steers, Inc., a NYSE-listed ... REIT, Inc., a non-traded REIT (CNSREIT), and four international operating affiliates. Cohen ...

ARLP GS LLC

Assistant General Counsel

Rye, NY · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Australia-Employment

Real Estate Counsel

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$200 - $400/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Details The company A publicly traded net-lease REIT in New Jersey. The firm invests in single ... Works alongside one other associate-level real estate attorney and partners closely with Deal ...

IRA Capital LLC

03-ASSET MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Irvine, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... attorneys • Prepare various acquisition and strategic analysis reports that reflect current ... team, REIT, real estate fund or investment bank is preferred • Argus Proficiency • Strong ...

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How much do reit attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 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.

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Reit attorney position?

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.

Are real estate attorneys in high demand?

Real estate attorneys are in steady demand due to ongoing property transactions, development projects, and real estate financing. Their expertise is essential in navigating complex legal issues related to property law, contracts, and zoning, making the role relatively stable in the legal job market.
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Infographic showing various Reit Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 12% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,330 per year, or $47.3 per hour.

Tax Associate Attorney (Transactional Tax)

Direct Counsel

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$260K - $390K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Tax Associate to join a prestigious and growing tax practice in Los Angeles. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated transactional tax matters involving mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, capital markets offerings, investment funds, and real estate investments.

The ideal candidate will have strong transactional tax experience, excellent analytical skills, and an interest in advising clients on complex and innovative tax issues across a variety of industries.

Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on the tax aspects of complex business transactions
  • Structure and analyze:
    • Mergers and acquisitions
    • Private equity transactions
    • Capital markets transactions
    • IPOs and spin-offs
    • Investment fund formations
    • Real estate transactions
    • REIT-related matters
  • Conduct tax research and prepare tax analyses and memoranda
  • Draft and review transaction documents with tax considerations in mind
  • Collaborate with corporate, finance, private equity, real estate, and capital markets attorneys
  • Advise clients on transaction structuring, risk assessment, and tax planning strategies
  • Participate in client meetings, negotiations, and transaction execution
  • Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, client presentations, and industry conferences
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Law school class years 2020–2023
  • Transactional tax experience at a sophisticated law firm
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • M&A tax
    • Private equity transactions
    • Capital markets transactions
    • IPOs and spin-offs
    • Investment fund formation
    • Real estate taxation
    • REITs
  • Strong tax research and writing skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills
  • Interest in developing business relationships and participating in industry events
  • Strong academic credentials
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000
  • Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave
  • Basic life insurance
Why This Opportunity
  • Join a nationally recognized and growing tax practice
  • Work on sophisticated and high-profile transactional matters
  • Advise leading private equity sponsors, public companies, investment funds, and real estate clients
  • Significant client interaction and responsibility
  • Opportunities for public speaking, thought leadership, and professional development
  • Collaborative environment with strong mentorship and long-term career growth potential

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.