Real Estate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a real estate associate in Palo Alto, California. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of real estate transactional experience, including leasing and purchase and sale transactions. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team, providing active mentoring and training, with direct client contact and significant responsibility.

Duties

• Advise clients on real estate transactions, including leasing and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate real estate agreements.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys to provide comprehensive legal support.
• Engage directly with clients to address their real estate needs.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of real estate transactional experience at a law firm.
• Licensed to practice law in California.
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• California State Bar license.

Skills

• Proficiency in real estate law and transactions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Healthcare coverage for family members.
• Family-building benefits including IVF and adoption.
• Paid parental leave and parenting support.
• Career coaching for working parents.
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare.
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Voluntary insurance options including pet insurance.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.