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Real estate transactional attorney

United States, Cheviot Hills, CA · Job Posted March 19, 2026
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Job Description

A highly respected midsize firm in West LA seeks a real estate transactional attorney with at least 7 years of experience. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, long-standing team handling sophisticated real estate matters with a manageable billable target.

Job Responsibility

  • Purchase and sale transactions
  • Commercial leasing
  • Real estate development
  • Real estate financing

Requirements

  • 7+ years of California real estate transactional experience as a California licensed attorney
  • Real estate finance experience
  • JD from an ABA-accredited law school

What we offer

  • Excellent benefits and firm culture
  • 401(k) plan
  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance

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