Real Estate Associate

Job Overview:
A leading full-service law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate with 3–6 years of experience to join its commercial real estate practice. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, joint ventures, and development. The role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment with significant client interaction and responsibility.

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Duties:

• Represent clients in complex commercial real estate transactions
• Draft and negotiate key transaction documents, including:
• Purchase and sale agreements
• Joint venture agreements
• Development agreements
• Conduct due diligence, review titles and surveys, and coordinate closings
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams throughout all transaction phases
• Take on substantial project responsibilities and contribute to strategic planning

Requirements:

• 3–6 years of experience in commercial real estate law
• Background in acquisitions, dispositions, finance, joint ventures, and development
• Ability to manage projects independently within a team environment
• Experience in a large law firm setting preferred
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume practice

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Strong academic credentials

Certifications:

• Admission to the California Bar
• In good standing with relevant licensing authorities

Skills:

• Superior drafting and negotiation skills
• Detail-oriented with strong time management
• Proactive, collaborative, and client-focused
• Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently

Benefits:

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Health insurance with optional HSA
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Voluntary benefits including accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, cancer, and pet insurance
• Transit and commuter programs (where applicable)

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