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Associate - Real Estate & Transactions
<p><strong>If real estate is your focus, this is your opportunity.</strong> Step into a role where you’ll sharpen your skills in acquisitions, leasing, and financings while working closely with seasoned attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established boutique law firm in Orange County is seeking an <strong>Associate Attorney</strong> to support its real estate and transactional practice. In this role, you’ll work directly with experienced partners on a variety of matters, including <strong>commercial real estate acquisitions, financings, leasing, and business transactions</strong>. You’ll take ownership of complex closings, draft and negotiate agreements, and advise clients on practical solutions that balance legal precision with business goals. This is an opportunity to sharpen your real estate expertise while building lasting client relationships in a collaborative and supportive environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>NOTE: This opportunity can be remote, but you must be barred in CA. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Handle commercial real estate and business transactions</li><li>Assist with stock and asset transactions, including term and accounts receivable financing</li><li>Independently manage complex commercial real estate closings</li><li>Draft and review finance documents, security instruments, corporate filings, consents, and resolutions</li><li>Communicate clearly with clients and colleagues, prioritizing practical solutions</li><li>Contribute effectively in a team environment while managing deadlines independently</li><li>Maintain strong attention to detail, organization, and accountability</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance</li><li>401(k) with employer match and retirement plan options</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>Unlimited paid time off and paid holidays</li><li>Employee assistance and professional development support</li><li>Positive, collaborative work environment with regular team events</li><li>Generous end of year bonus</li></ul>
<ul><li>J.D. and active California Bar license (required)</li><li>3–5+ years of experience as a practicing attorney</li><li>Transactional and/or commercial real estate experience</li><li>Admission in additional states (CO, AZ, NM, OR, WA, ID, etc.) is a plus</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and writing skills</li></ul>
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  • Orange, CA
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 135000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>If real estate is your focus, this is your opportunity.</strong> Step into a role where you’ll sharpen your skills in acquisitions, leasing, and financings while working closely with seasoned attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established boutique law firm in Orange County is seeking an <strong>Associate Attorney</strong> to support its real estate and transactional practice. In this role, you’ll work directly with experienced partners on a variety of matters, including <strong>commercial real estate acquisitions, financings, leasing, and business transactions</strong>. You’ll take ownership of complex closings, draft and negotiate agreements, and advise clients on practical solutions that balance legal precision with business goals. This is an opportunity to sharpen your real estate expertise while building lasting client relationships in a collaborative and supportive environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>NOTE: This opportunity can be remote, but you must be barred in CA. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Handle commercial real estate and business transactions</li><li>Assist with stock and asset transactions, including term and accounts receivable financing</li><li>Independently manage complex commercial real estate closings</li><li>Draft and review finance documents, security instruments, corporate filings, consents, and resolutions</li><li>Communicate clearly with clients and colleagues, prioritizing practical solutions</li><li>Contribute effectively in a team environment while managing deadlines independently</li><li>Maintain strong attention to detail, organization, and accountability</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance</li><li>401(k) with employer match and retirement plan options</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>Unlimited paid time off and paid holidays</li><li>Employee assistance and professional development support</li><li>Positive, collaborative work environment with regular team events</li><li>Generous end of year bonus</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-30T20:58:44Z

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