Real Estate Attorney (Mandarin/Cantonese Speaking)

Real Estate Attorney (Mandarin/Cantonese Speaking)

Location:

Flushing, NY Practice Area:

Residential & Commercial Real Estate The Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Real Estate Attorney to lead residential and commercial transactions within our growing Flushing practice. This role requires a legal professional who can manage a high volume of closings while providing sophisticated counsel to a diverse clientele. The ideal candidate must be able to bridge New York property law with the specific needs of our Chinese-speaking clients, ensuring a seamless and culturally competent experience. Key Responsibilities

Legal Counsel & Strategy:

Represent buyers, sellers, and lenders in all phases of real estate transactions, from initial contract negotiation to closing.

Complex Drafting:

Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, riders, and complex financing documents.

Title Oversight:

Review title reports and surveys; provide legal solutions for complex clouds on title, including easements, encroachments, and estate-related issues.

ACRIS & Regulatory Compliance:

Supervise the preparation of NYC-specific filings (ACRIS, TP-584, IT-2663) and ensure compliance with FIRPTA and 1031 Exchange requirements.

Bilingual Advocacy:

Conduct legal consultations and closings in Mandarin and/or Cantonese , ensuring clients fully understand their legal obligations and risks.

Escrow Management:

Oversee attorney escrow accounts, ensuring the ethical and accurate disbursement of funds in accordance with

NYS IOLA

rules.

Mentorship:

Supervise and provide direction to real estate paralegals and support staff. Required Qualifications

Legal Credentials:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law in New York State .

Language Mastery:

Professional fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese is required. Candidate must be comfortable explaining complex legal concepts in-language.

Experience:

3-7 years of focused experience in New York real estate law (Residential & Commercial).

Technical Knowledge:

Deep understanding of the Flushing real estate market, including new construction condos, mixed-use properties, and Co-op board dynamics.

Communication:

Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to maintain strong relationships with local brokers, lenders, and opposing counsel. Preferred Attributes

• Experience with Foreign National buyers and the specific banking/tax hurdles they face.
• Established network within the Queens real estate community.
• Strong "Queens-speed" multitasking ability; comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person