Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate to join its expanding practice in Santa Monica, CA. This role offers the opportunity to work with high-profile clients on complex transactions across the U.S., providing a platform for career advancement within a respected practice.

Duties

• Advise institutional investors, developers, and private equity clients on commercial real estate matters.
• Structure and execute acquisitions, dispositions, and financings across diverse asset classes.
• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and commercial leases.
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including title, survey, and zoning reviews.
• Advise on development projects from entitlement through completion.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across various practice areas.
• Support clients with operational real estate matters, including lease amendments and tenant issues.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials.
• 4-6 years of commercial real estate experience at a nationally recognized law firm.
• Admission to the bar in the state of location preference or ability to become admitted promptly.
• Demonstrated experience in real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the state of location preference.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial mindset with a client-first approach.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on market-leading transactions with top-tier clients.
• Exposure to innovative deal structures and emerging real estate sectors.
• Robust training and development programs.
• Supportive and inclusive firm culture with cross-office collaboration.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

The Southern California office opened seven years ago. Thirteen qualified attorneys round out their legal practice. Areas of practice served are diverse. A number of their practice disciplines consist of mergers-acquisitions, securities, leasing, mortgage work, joint ventures, corporate, and real estate financing. Attorneys support several non-profit organizations namely the Inner City Law Center, Public Counsel as well as the Western Law Center for Disability Rights and Women at Risk. Attorneys were named in a well-known law publication.