Associate Attorney, Real Estate Transactions | Market Compensation | Los Angeles (Westwood) | Sophisticated Institutional Deals With a True Lifestyle Platform

This role is for a senior real estate transactional attorney looking to step out of large-firm rigidity without giving up sophisticated work.

The practice handles complex, high-value transactions for institutional clients and private equity–backed platforms, but operates with the flexibility and culture of a tight-knit team.

The position is based in Westwood / Santa Monica with a hybrid schedule of 2–3 days in the office .

The work includes

• Complex commercial real estate transactions
• Institutional and private equity–backed matters
• Development, acquisitions, dispositions, and financing
• Work for high-net-worth and family office clients
• Direct responsibility for matters from start to finish

Why this role stands out

• Sophisticated deal work without BigLaw bureaucracy
• Small, entrepreneurial team where senior attorneys have real visibility
• Hybrid schedule that supports a sustainable lifestyle
• Collegial, professional culture with no internal politics
• Opportunity to have a meaningful impact in a growing practice

Ideal background

• 7–10 years of transactional real estate experience
• Experience from a large California firm or similarly sophisticated platform
• Proven ability to handle complex transactions independently
• Active California Bar admission
• Interest in a long-term role at a smaller, high-quality firm

This role is well-suited for experienced real estate attorneys who want top-tier work, autonomy, and a lifestyle upgrade , all on a single, focused platform.

If this is worth a confidential conversation, feel free to message me directly or apply here.