Real Estate Associate (Mid-Level to Senior)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Real Estate Associate with 5-10 years of experience in drafting and negotiating real estate construction contracts in Los Angeles, California. The successful candidate will work on high-profile and sophisticated matters, contributing to the firm's dynamic legal team.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate real estate construction contracts.
• Collaborate with senior associates and partners on complex legal matters.
• Participate in firm committees and contribute to client work.
• Engage in professional development and training programs.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in real estate law.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Access to an employee assistance program.
• On-site gym and wellness programs.
• Paid time off and generous parental leave.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Philanthropy and community involvement opportunities.

Although this Los Angeles-based firm boasts a fairly solid full-service practice, its high-profile entertainment department has brought the firm celebrity status and established it as one of the nations premier entertainment law firms. The firm has an entrepreneurial and aggressive feel to it, yet candidates often remark how wonderfully balanced its attorneys lives appear to be. While associates work hard, people are friendly and seem to genuinely enjoy spending time together outside of work. The pay is decent though slightly lower than the top firms (reputedly a trade-off for lower billable hour requirements); nevertheless, the firm consistently manages to attract some of the best talent in the United States.