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Real Estate Transactional Attorney

United States, Oakland · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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We are looking for a real estate transactional attorney to join our team in Oakland, California. This role is ideal for a lawyer with several years of experience advising nonprofit organizations, private entities, and public agencies on property-related matters tied to affordable housing and community development. The position offers the opportunity to manage substantial portions of complex transactions while working in a collaborative, high-performing legal environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Advise clients on real estate transactions involving affordable housing, community development, and economic development initiatives
  • Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, financing documents, operating agreements, and other transaction-related contracts
  • Lead key components of deal structuring, due diligence, and closing processes for acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects
  • Counsel nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and public agencies on ownership structures, tax considerations, and regulatory obligations
  • Support matters involving government funding programs, subsidies, and compliance requirements connected to housing and development projects
  • Provide legal guidance on rental housing operations and affordable housing program rules throughout the transaction lifecycle
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to move transactions forward efficiently and resolve legal issues as they arise

Requirements

  • Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California
  • At least 3 years of legal experience focused on real estate transactional work
  • Demonstrated background representing nonprofit organizations, private companies, or public agencies in property-related matters
  • Working knowledge of affordable housing, community development, or economic development transactions
  • Experience handling real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financing arrangements, and closing documentation
  • Ability to manage substantial portions of complex transactions with a high degree of independence
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client advisory skills

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Company 401(k) plan
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