Real Estate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Real Estate Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of substantive experience in handling real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in various aspects of commercial real estate, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, title and survey review, and property development. This position offers an opportunity to work with a dynamic team on a wide range of complex real estate matters.

Duties:

• Represent clients in real estate transactions involving the acquisition, disposition, and development of commercial properties.
• Conduct title and survey review and resolve any related issues.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, leases, financing documents, and other related contracts.
• Advise clients on real estate financing, including debt and equity financing structures.
• Collaborate with clients, developers, lenders, and other stakeholders to facilitate real estate transactions.
• Conduct due diligence on potential real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
• Provide legal counsel on land use and zoning matters as part of property development.
• Manage the legal aspects of real estate projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in real estate transactions, with a focus on commercial properties.
• Proven experience in acquisition, disposition, financing, leasing, title and survey review, and development of commercial real estate.
• Strong understanding of real estate financing structures, including loans, mortgages, and other financial agreements.
• Ability to draft and negotiate complex real estate transaction documents.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple real estate transactions simultaneously.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in the State of California (required).

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of real estate laws and regulations.
• Exceptional legal writing, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage a variety of real estate matters in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $220,000 - $255,000 per year, based on experience.
• Benefits:
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Health and dental insurance contributions.
  • Subsidized gym membership.
  • Disability coverage.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Although this Los Angeles-based firm boasts a fairly solid full-service practice, its high-profile entertainment department has brought the firm celebrity status and established it as one of the nations premier entertainment law firms. The firm has an entrepreneurial and aggressive feel to it, yet candidates often remark how wonderfully balanced its attorneys lives appear to be. While associates work hard, people are friendly and seem to genuinely enjoy spending time together outside of work. The pay is decent though slightly lower than the top firms (reputedly a trade-off for lower billable hour requirements); nevertheless, the firm consistently manages to attract some of the best talent in the United States.