Real Estate Counsel

Job Title

Real Estate Counsel

Job Overview
A highly regarded law firm located in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a seasoned legal professional to serve as Real Estate Counsel with a specialized focus on property matters linked to renewable energy development. This position, while not on a partnership track, offers an enriching opportunity to work with a sophisticated legal team on impactful, large-scale projects across the clean energy sector. The role is designed for legal practitioners looking to deepen their subject matter expertise and contribute meaningfully within a dynamic, forward-thinking legal environment.

Duties

• Navigate legal frameworks surrounding property transactions for energy infrastructure projects

• Advise on land use agreements, including acquisitions, leases, and easements

• Review and resolve complex title insurance and survey issues

• Draft and negotiate real estate contracts, letters of intent, and ancillary transactional documents

• Oversee curative work on title encumbrances and manage resolution strategies

• Interface with title companies and surveyors to finalize documentation

• Provide guidance on-site control for utility-scale renewable developments

• Collaborate with internal legal teams and clients to advance project milestones

• Support due diligence efforts in multi-jurisdictional real estate transactions

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience handling real estate transactions, preferably in a law firm environment

• Demonstrated proficiency with title review and title insurance processes

• Familiarity with site control issues and legal requirements for renewable energy development

• Ability to independently manage real estate matters with minimal supervision

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Proven attention to detail and capacity to manage multiple matters concurrently

• Licensed to practice law in the State of California

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active and good-standing membership with the California Bar

Skills

• Expertise in real property law and renewable project development

• High-level analytical and legal drafting capabilities

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities

• Project management experience in complex real estate deals

• Technologically adept with legal research tools and document management systems

Job Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Benefits

• Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• Flexible spending and health savings accounts

• 401(k) savings and profit-sharing opportunities

• Minimum of 20 paid days off annually, plus 11 firm holidays

• Paid parental leave of at least 14 weeks

• Fertility and family-forming benefits

• Mental health and wellness support including therapy sessions and wellness app memberships

• Vacation stipend and business development reimbursements for qualifying employees

• Professional coaching and leadership development resources

• Pet insurance and inclusive workplace culture initiatives

• Pro bono hours and paid volunteer time to engage with the community

• Referral bonuses for legal talent introductions