Real Estate Associate

A law firm seeks an associate to join its prestigious real estate practice in Palo Alto, offering an opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team on cutting-edge real estate projects. This position provides the chance to interact directly with top clients, particularly in the tech and life sciences sectors, and gain experience in a wide range of real estate transactions. The role is ideal for a candidate with 2-4 years of transactional real estate experience who is eager to take on significant responsibility and contribute to innovative projects, particularly within the Energy & Climate Solutions Practice Group. The firm’s real estate team provides mentorship and training to ensure associates have a comprehensive and dynamic experience.

Duties:

• Advise clients on various aspects of real estate transactions, including leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, and financings.
• Review title and survey documents to identify key issues and ensure smooth transactions.
• Work closely with the Energy & Climate Solutions Practice Group, supporting clean energy and climate-friendly projects, such as solar, wind, battery storage, nuclear, hydrogen, and carbon capture.
• Assist with drafting and negotiating real estate documents, including contracts, lease agreements, and financing arrangements.
• Collaborate with a small, high-performing team, gaining valuable experience while handling direct client contact.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through active mentoring and training opportunities.
• Contribute to the firm’s growth by advising innovative companies and handling complex real estate matters.
• Participate in cross-disciplinary teams to address multifaceted legal issues within the real estate and clean energy sectors.

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in real estate transactions, including title and survey review.
• Strong experience in drafting and negotiating real estate agreements.
• Familiarity with energy and climate-related projects is a plus.
• Ability to think strategically and solve problems in a complex, client-focused environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on clear, precise drafting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Licensed to practice law in California.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar, in good standing.

Skills:

• Expertise in real estate transactional work, particularly in leasing, acquisitions, and dispositions.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills in real estate matters.
• Knowledge of clean energy, sustainability, and climate-related projects is beneficial.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and provide practical legal solutions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.
• Strong work ethic, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent client management and communication skills.
• Willingness to take on increasing responsibility and lead projects.

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements and 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Healthcare coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
• Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing services.
• Paid parental leave, along with parenting support services and resources.
• Backup childcare options, both in-home and center-based.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) with firm contributions and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm matching contributions.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance, along with short and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, hospitalization, and accident insurance.
• Voluntary ID theft protection, pet insurance, and Medicare consulting services.
• Firm-paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE), bar review fees, and bar dues.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a real estate associate to join a growing, innovative practice with a focus on impactful and sustainable projects. If you are eager to contribute to the development of cutting-edge clean energy solutions while working with leading companies in the real estate and tech sectors, we encourage you to apply.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.