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This is a high-autonomy role designed for a sophisticated real estate attorney. As the successor to a retiring long-term VP, you will lead regional legal operations with a focus on high-volume, in-house execution rather than outside counsel management. This job is for a doer, not a director of outside counsel. The General Counsel will cover matters in CA, WA, and OR.
Job Responsibility:
Draft and negotiate complex PSAs, development, land use, and joint venture agreements
Manage title, survey, and easement reviews
Manage one paralegal with upcoming approval to hire a second
Serve as the primary legal partner for West Coast operating divisions
Requirements:
10+ years total
7+ years of broad real estate transactional experience at a recognized law firm
Deep experience in sophisticated residential or commercial development (builder/developer side preferred)
Active California Bar membership is required
Proven track record of tenure (4–5 years per role) with clear career progression
Ability to commute to Mission Viejo Monday-Thursday
What we offer:
Medical
dental
vision
401K with a match
generous PTO
competitive bonus
annual stock grants with equity
typical 40–50 hour weeks with high predictability
culture that mandates vacations and family time
direct access to leadership
freedom to manage your own schedule
participation in flagship charitable initiatives, including building homes for disabled veterans