Real Estate Associate Attorney

Pay: $150,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a respected boutique real estate law practice where your work will be meaningful, visible, and valued. Work directly with clients on sophisticated real estate transactional matters without the bureaucracy of a large firm. Build deeper expertise in escrow, title, subdivision, estate/probate‑related real estate, landlord‑tenant, and real estate business matters. Step into a role with strong mentorship, client contact, and long‑term growth potential. Business development is not required, but attorneys who want to grow a book of business will be supported and encouraged. Enjoy a collaborative, professional, and team‑oriented environment with strong benefits and a balanced culture. Location This is a full‑time, in‑office position based in Westlake Village, CA, offering the opportunity to work closely with an experienced legal team in a professional boutique firm environment. Note Candidates must be licensed to practice law in California and have 3+ years of directly relevant real estate law experience, including strong drafting, negotiation, and client‑facing skills. About Us We are a boutique real estate law firm providing practical, business‑minded legal solutions to clients with real‑estate needs. Our work includes real‑estate transactions, escrow and title matters, subdivision issues, estate and probate‑related real‑estate matters, and landlord‑tenant law. Confidential Employer. We offer the individualized attention of a small firm while delivering the quality, resources, and professionalism clients expect from a sophisticated legal practice. Job Description Review, draft, and negotiate real‑estate contracts, leases, management services agreements, operating agreements, and partnership agreements. Counsel escrow companies, title companies, real‑estate professionals, developers, lenders, and property owners on practical legal and business issues. Advise clients on governance, regulatory, licensing, and limited tax‑related matters. Represent clients in state regulatory compliance and licensing matters. Draft real‑estate documents for residential and commercial transactions. Help clients identify, mitigate, and manage legal and business risk. Communicate directly with clients and keep matters moving efficiently. Collaborate with experienced attorneys and legal staff in a professional, client‑focused environment. Support business development efforts as desired, though a book of business is not required. Qualifications California Bar license required. 3+ years of relevant real‑estate law experience. Strong experience drafting and negotiating real‑estate agreements and related transactional documents. Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and client communication skills. Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with a team. Strong attention to detail, organization, and professional judgment. Comfortable working full‑time in‑office in Westlake Village, CA. Business‑minded, client‑focused, and interested in long‑term professional growth. Why You Will Love Working Here You will have direct client contact and meaningful responsibility. You will work with experienced attorneys who value collaboration, professionalism, and practical problem‑solving. You will join a boutique environment where your voice matters and your work has real impact. You will gain exposure to a broad range of real‑estate transactional and advisory matters. You will be supported if you want to grow your practice and develop business over time. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary insurance options, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, sick time, free parking, coffee, tea, bottled water, and sparkling water. Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr Orionplacement