We are looking for a real estate transactional attorney to join our team in Oakland, California. This role is ideal for a lawyer with several years of experience advising nonprofit organizations, private entities, and public agencies on property-related matters tied to affordable housing and community development. The position offers the opportunity to manage substantial portions of complex transactions while working in a collaborative, high-performing legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Advise clients on real estate transactions involving affordable housing, community development, and economic development initiatives.<br>• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, financing documents, operating agreements, and other transaction-related contracts.<br>• Lead key components of deal structuring, due diligence, and closing processes for acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects.<br>• Counsel nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and public agencies on ownership structures, tax considerations, and regulatory obligations.<br>• Support matters involving government funding programs, subsidies, and compliance requirements connected to housing and development projects.<br>• Provide legal guidance on rental housing operations and affordable housing program rules throughout the transaction lifecycle.<br>• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to move transactions forward efficiently and resolve legal issues as they arise.
<p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This person will support the Lease Administrator, and property management functions by coordinating lease documentation, tracking key dates, and ensuring compliance with lease terms. This role acts as a liaison between property managers, brokers, tenants, legal teams, and accounting to ensure accurate and timely lease execution and administration.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>• Integrate AI into the Key Responsibilities and duties of lease management and reporting</p><p>• Interface with tenants, brokers, legal counsel, and internal teams to resolve lease-related issues </p><p>• Negotiate with tenants on renewals as designated by Management</p><p>• Work with the Lease Administrator to prepare, review, and process lease documents, including new leases, amendments, renewals, and terminations </p><p>• Track critical lease dates (e.g., expirations, rent escalations, options) and ensure timely action </p><p>• Maintain accurate lease data in lease management systems and digital files </p><p>• Assist with rent commencement, billing setup, and communication with accounting teams </p><p>• Monitor compliance with lease terms and flag discrepancies or issues </p><p>• Generate reports related to lease status, expirations, and financial obligations </p><p>• Assist with special projects, including portfolio transitions or system implementations· </p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications: </p><p>• Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy focus </p><p>• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities </p><p>• Problem-solving and analytical thinking </p><p>• Strong coordination and follow-up skills </p><p>• Team-oriented with ability to work cross-functionally</p><p>• Ability to integrate AI into Documents review and abstracts, redlines</p><p>• Familiarity with lease terminology and commercial real estate practices </p><p>• Experience with lease management software (e.g., Yardi) is a plus </p><p>• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail </p><p>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and document management systems </p><p>• Excellent written and verbal communication skills </p><p><br></p><p>Standards: High standards of quality and accuracy; strong work ethic. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>