Transactional Attorney

Job Overview:

A reputable law firm based in Temecula, California is seeking a Transactional Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join its growing legal team. This position focuses on corporate and contract law, offering the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transactional matters including mergers and acquisitions, contract drafting and negotiation, and business compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong drafting skills, a business-oriented mindset, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Location:

• Temecula, California

Duties:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents across various industries

• Advise clients on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation

• Support corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings

• Conduct legal due diligence and provide transactional analysis to inform client decisions

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations impacting businesses

• Provide legal counsel on general business operations and governance

• Conduct legal research and stay current with legal and regulatory developments

• Communicate effectively with clients and deliver clear, actionable legal advice

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience in transactional law, with an emphasis on contracts and corporate matters

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactional matters simultaneously

• Experience advising clients in a wide range of industries is preferred

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and legal analysis

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar

Skills:

• Proficient in legal drafting and contract negotiation

• Strong communication and client service skills

• Ability to conduct thorough legal research and apply findings strategically

• Business-oriented problem solver with sound judgment

• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with a legal team

Benefits:

• Potential signing bonus

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Medical insurance with 100% premium coverage for the employee

• Opportunity for long-term professional development and advancement

• Supportive firm culture with a focus on work-life balance

Founded over a decade ago, this law firm provides cost efficient legal solutions. Their areas of practice include business formations, transactional law, business litigation, wills and estate planning, taxation, trademark, and copyright law. The firm is located in California.