Real Estate Associate - Orange County

Real Estate Associate Attorney
Locations: Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, CA
Experience: 3-6 Years
Compensation: $245,000 - $365,000
Employment Type: Full-Time
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Real Estate Associate to join its thriving Real Estate Practice Group across multiple Southern California offices. This is a great opportunity to handle high-level commercial real estate transactions and collaborate with a team of nationally recognized attorneys.
Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in complex commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures, and development projects.
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of real estate documents and agreements.
• Provide counsel to developers, investors, lenders, and other stakeholders in real estate matters.
• Take on significant responsibility in managing projects and client relationships.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Experience with large or mid-size law firms preferred.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be detail-oriented, diligent, proactive, and team-focused.

Application Materials:

• Cover letter (brief)
• Resume
• JD transcript (unofficial acceptable)
  (All documents must be submitted in PDF format.)