Real Estate Attorney
The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Real Estate Associate (3-5 Years) - Los Angeles, CA
About the Opportunity
A premier global law firm is seeking a 3-5 year Real Estate Associate to join its
Los Angeles
office. This opportunity offers exposure to complex commercial, residential, and non-profit real estate transactions on a truly international platform. Uniquely, this firm champions true
work-life balance , offering a highly attainable
1,600-hour billable target . Associates gain meaningful responsibility and handle sophisticated transactions for some of the world’s most prominent individuals, founders, investors, and institutions, all without the traditional BigLaw burnout.
The Practice Our real estate team advises domestic and international clients across all asset classes. Core areas include:
"Dirt" real estate work, including acquisitions and dispositions
Real estate finance (refinancings, acquisition, bridge, construction, and mezzanine loans)
Commercial leasing (office, retail, and ground leasing)
Joint ventures and structuring tax‑efficient ownership structures
Property management, brokerage agreements, and SNDAs
Global Platform With 17 offices across the globe, the firm is international in the most complete sense of the word. Associates benefit from:
Advising a unique client base of ultra-successful individuals, family offices, global brands, and charities
Cross-border transactions and multi-jurisdictional coordination
An agile, strategy-focused approach over rigid traditional hierarchy
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate, and advance complex real estate transactions from inception through closing
Manage due diligence, including title and survey review
Create and manage closing/due diligence checklists and coordinate closings
Contribute to business development by writing articles, attending industry events, and building networks with peer firms and intermediaries
Qualifications
3-5 years of commercial real estate transactional experience at a law firm
Strong academic credentials (J.D. required; LL.M. is a plus)
Admission to the California Bar
Proactive project management skills and strong attention to detail
Domestic real estate experience required; international/cross-border experience is a plus
Culture & Work-Life Balance This firm is fundamentally focused on people and collaboration. Associates are trusted with high-level work but are protected by a culture that actively values sustainability. With a
1,600-hour billable target , the platform combines high-caliber, global work with a supportive pace that allows you to have a life outside the office.
Why This Role Stands Out
True Work-Life Balance:
1,600-hour target in a top‑tier global firm
Elite Client Base:
Work with global change‑makers, investors, and family offices
Substantive "Dirt" Work:
Run deals from start to finish
Global Reach:
17 offices worldwide with a collaborative, cross‑timezone team
All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.
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Los Angeles
office. This opportunity offers exposure to complex commercial, residential, and non-profit real estate transactions on a truly international platform. Uniquely, this firm champions true
work-life balance , offering a highly attainable
1,600-hour billable target . Associates gain meaningful responsibility and handle sophisticated transactions for some of the world’s most prominent individuals, founders, investors, and institutions, all without the traditional BigLaw burnout.
The Practice Our real estate team advises domestic and international clients across all asset classes. Core areas include:
"Dirt" real estate work, including acquisitions and dispositions
Real estate finance (refinancings, acquisition, bridge, construction, and mezzanine loans)
Commercial leasing (office, retail, and ground leasing)
Joint ventures and structuring tax‑efficient ownership structures
Property management, brokerage agreements, and SNDAs
Global Platform With 17 offices across the globe, the firm is international in the most complete sense of the word. Associates benefit from:
Advising a unique client base of ultra-successful individuals, family offices, global brands, and charities
Cross-border transactions and multi-jurisdictional coordination
An agile, strategy-focused approach over rigid traditional hierarchy
Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate, and advance complex real estate transactions from inception through closing
Manage due diligence, including title and survey review
Create and manage closing/due diligence checklists and coordinate closings
Contribute to business development by writing articles, attending industry events, and building networks with peer firms and intermediaries
Qualifications
3-5 years of commercial real estate transactional experience at a law firm
Strong academic credentials (J.D. required; LL.M. is a plus)
Admission to the California Bar
Proactive project management skills and strong attention to detail
Domestic real estate experience required; international/cross-border experience is a plus
Culture & Work-Life Balance This firm is fundamentally focused on people and collaboration. Associates are trusted with high-level work but are protected by a culture that actively values sustainability. With a
1,600-hour billable target , the platform combines high-caliber, global work with a supportive pace that allows you to have a life outside the office.
Why This Role Stands Out
True Work-Life Balance:
1,600-hour target in a top‑tier global firm
Elite Client Base:
Work with global change‑makers, investors, and family offices
Substantive "Dirt" Work:
Run deals from start to finish
Global Reach:
17 offices worldwide with a collaborative, cross‑timezone team
All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.
#J-18808-Ljbffr