Real Estate Counsel - Transactions

About the Role

A prominent California-based law firm is seeking an experienced real estate attorney to join its thriving transactional practice. This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys sophisticated work, values direct client interaction, and is seeking greater ownership of transactions in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. The practice handles a broad range of complex real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, financing transactions, and joint venture structures for a diverse client base.

Responsibilities

• Lead the drafting and negotiation of complex transaction documents, including joint venture, partnership, and operating agreements
• Manage sophisticated real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development, and financing matters
• Work directly with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders
• Take primary responsibility for transactions from inception through closing
• Develop trusted client relationships and play a meaningful role in the growth of the practice
• Collaborate closely with a team of experienced attorneys on high-value matters

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of real estate transactional experience
• Strong experience handling complex real estate acquisitions, financing, development, and joint venture matters
• Ability to independently manage transactions and communicate effectively with clients
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Sound business judgment and a practical approach to problem-solving
• Interest in building a long-term practice and taking on increasing responsibility
• Active California Bar license required
• Strong academic credentials

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Sophisticated and high-profile real estate transactions
• Significant client contact and business development exposure
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Clear path for professional growth and long-term advancement
• Opportunity to take ownership of matters rather than serving solely in a supporting role
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Low annual billable expectation of 1,600 hours
• Competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonus opportunities