Real Estate Attorney

Job Title: Real Estate Attorney

Job Overview: A reputable law firm located in Oakland, CA, is actively seeking a skilled and experienced Real Estate Attorney. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in dynamic, challenging real estate transactions, with a particular focus on leasing. The successful candidate will collaborate with a team of accomplished attorneys, contributing to diverse and high-stakes legal assignments while building a robust legal practice. This is an in-office position based in Oakland, CA, with a competitive billable hours structure.

Duties:

• Assist in real estate leasing transactions, working for both landlords and tenants.
• Negotiate and draft lease agreements, ensuring compliance with legal standards and client objectives.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on real estate matters, addressing complex issues and finding innovative solutions.
• Manage multiple legal assignments efficiently, balancing workload and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate with colleagues on a variety of real estate matters, supporting senior attorneys in providing top-tier client service.
• Participate in ongoing legal research and contribute to the development of legal strategies.
• Maintain a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in real estate transactional law, particularly in leasing.
• Proven ability to negotiate and document leasing transactions effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple, concurrent assignments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients and colleagues.
• Detail-oriented, with a focus on precision and quality.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be a member in good standing of the California Bar.

Education:

• A law degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in real estate law, particularly leasing.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience drafting complex legal documents.
• Ability to handle a high volume of work with efficiency and professionalism.
• Excellent written communication skills for drafting documents and client correspondence.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with colleagues and clients.

Job Location:

• Oakland, CA

This reputed legal practice is located in California and was founded almost 130 years ago. The main areas of concentration at this firm are estates & trusts, franchise, intellectual property, litigation, nonprofit, real estate, tax, labor & employment, business-corporate transactions, land use- environment, and natural resources. It employs a sizable team of knowledgeable attorneys and is dedicated to maintaining diversity at the workplace.