Associate Attorney – Real Estate Finance (Am Law 100) (Irvine)
Ascendion, Irvine, CA, United States
Associate Attorney – Real Estate Finance (Am Law 100)
Location:
Orange County, CA (Hybrid)
Experience:
3+ Years
About the Opportunity
Join an award-winning, global Am Law 100 firm recognized for its stability, $600M+ annual revenue, and a powerhouse presence across 19 international offices. Our client is distinguished by a culture that prioritizes collaboration and professional development, leading to some of the highest retention rates in the legal industry. This is an elite platform designed for attorneys who want to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions while maintaining a respectful, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in diverse commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development.
Advise sophisticated lenders (national/regional banks, debt funds, and private equity) in secured and unsecured financing.
Draft, review, and negotiate complex loan agreements, purchase agreements, and construction financing facilities.
Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including title/survey reviews and zoning analysis.
Collaborate with a global team of 700+ lawyers to ensure seamless deal execution.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active admission to the
California Bar .
3+ years
of experience in real estate and/or finance law at a reputable law firm.
Proven experience documenting construction and term loan facilities.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $260,000 – $390,000 + Bonus. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
10 paid holidays annually
Life and disability insurance
Professional development allowance
Generous PTO policy
Location:
Orange County, CA (Hybrid)
Experience:
3+ Years
About the Opportunity
Join an award-winning, global Am Law 100 firm recognized for its stability, $600M+ annual revenue, and a powerhouse presence across 19 international offices. Our client is distinguished by a culture that prioritizes collaboration and professional development, leading to some of the highest retention rates in the legal industry. This is an elite platform designed for attorneys who want to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions while maintaining a respectful, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in diverse commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development.
Advise sophisticated lenders (national/regional banks, debt funds, and private equity) in secured and unsecured financing.
Draft, review, and negotiate complex loan agreements, purchase agreements, and construction financing facilities.
Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including title/survey reviews and zoning analysis.
Collaborate with a global team of 700+ lawyers to ensure seamless deal execution.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active admission to the
California Bar .
3+ years
of experience in real estate and/or finance law at a reputable law firm.
Proven experience documenting construction and term loan facilities.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $260,000 – $390,000 + Bonus. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
10 paid holidays annually
Life and disability insurance
Professional development allowance
Generous PTO policy