REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY / JUNIOR TO MID-LEVEL

Open to multiple locations on the West Coast, as listed at the bottom of this description.HYBRID

A leading AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its distinguished Real Estate Practice Group. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a broad range of commercial real estate transactions, supporting a diverse and sophisticated client base across multiple industries.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
2+ years of substantive transactional experience handling complex commercial real estate matters.
Demonstrated experience in acquisitions and dispositions, commercial leasing, real estate finance, joint ventures, and land development.
Experience conducting title and survey reviews, as well as general real estate due diligence.
Proven ability to manage deal closings and coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Lender-Side Focus: Prior experience or strong interest in lender-side real estate financing is highly valued.
Comfortable collaborating with attorneys and support staff across multiple office locations, while taking on significant individual responsibility.
Soft Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and client service skills, with a solution-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Handle all phases of complex commercial real estate transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating purchase agreements, leases, loan documents, and joint venture agreements.
Represent borrowers and lenders in real property secured financing transactions.
Conduct and analyze title, survey, and zoning due diligence, and coordinate closings.
Serve as a reliable point of contact for clients, helping manage deal timelines and address legal questions with efficiency and professionalism.
Work closely with attorneys and paralegals in other offices, contributing to a seamless and coordinated client experience.

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking real estate practice at a firm that values both technical excellence and business acumen. Associates are trusted with meaningful responsibility and supported by a strong mentorship culture. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise in real estate finance, leasing, or development, you'll have the resources and client exposure to elevate your practice. The firm promotes a flexible hybrid work environment and offers national platform support for cross-office collaboration and career growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Compensation: Includes an annual base salary range of $215,000 – $330,000, determined by experience and market factors, as well as performance-based bonus opportunities.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; HSA and FSA options; 401(k); paid vacation and sick leave; 10 paid holidays; parental leave; commuter/transit benefits; and access to additional voluntary benefit programs including pet insurance and long-term care coverage.
Wellness & Support: Employee assistance programs and resources supporting mental health, professional development, and work-life balance.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter indicating their preferred office, resume, law school transcript, and a brief writing sample for consideration.

Locations:

AK (Anchorage)

WA (Bellevue, Seattle)

CA (Culver City, Los Angeles, San Francisco)

OR (Portland)

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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