Experience representing real estate clients including developers across various asset classes Experience advising on land use and zoning matters, specifically planning board and zoning board approvals, zoning analyses, permit acquisitions, and redevelopment agreements Experience handling a broad range of real estate transactions, including financing, acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing transactions Strong academic credentials
The role
K&L Gates is seeking a midlevel to senior Real Estate Associate for their Newark office. The role focuses on advising real estate clients, including developers, on land use, zoning matters, and a broad range of real estate transactions including financing, acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing.
What you'll do
Represent real estate clients
Advise on land use and zoning matters
Handle a broad range of real estate transactions
Work closely with experienced lawyers
Assume increasing levels of responsibility and client contact
What we're looking for
Experience representing real estate clients including developers across various asset classes
Experience advising on land use and zoning matters, specifically planning board and zoning board approvals, zoning analyses, permit acquisitions, and redevelopment agreements
Experience handling a broad range of real estate transactions, including financing, acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing transactions
Strong academic credentials
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to providing the highest quality client service
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Self-starters
Benefits
Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
Dental Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement plan
Health Advocacy Services
Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
Addiction Resources
Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
Paid Holidays (12)
Family Building Benefits
Pro Bono Opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Bar Expense Reimbursement
529 Deductions
Relocation
Accident Insurance
Balanced Hours Program
Critical Illness Insurance
Ramp-Up/Ramp-Down Program
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Bereavement Leave
Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program