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Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton
Real Estate Associate Attorney (San Diego)
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What they do
A Real Estate Agent works with clients to help them buy, sell or rent property. Works with and represents either a buyer or a seller in real estate transactions, and specializes in residential, commercial or other types of property. Offers clients up to date knowledge of local communities, real estate markets and prices. May be licensed to operate a real estate business.
$92,723 / year median in California
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Sheppard is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our San Diego office. Sheppard is a global Am Law 50 full-service law firm with over 1,200 attorneys across 16 offices worldwide. The San Diego office currently has over 60 attorneys who practice in a variety of areas including Business Litigation, Corporate Transactions, Real Estate, Finance, Intellectual Property, and more. Sheppard's nationally recognized Real Estate Practice Group is seeking a highly motivated mid-level (3-4 years) Real Estate Transactional Associate to join our dynamic team. This is a partner track position offering opportunities to work alongside esteemed leaders who are deeply committed to mentorship, talent development, and sophisticated client service. With one of the largest and most experienced Real Estate, Energy, Land Use & Environmental practices in the country, we offer a diversity and depth of experience that is unrivaled. The San Diego Real Estate team seeks candidates who have experience supporting complex, high-value real estate transactions, including: Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, commercial leases, and other real estate transactional documents Conducting and reviewing title due diligence, including negotiation and clearance of title issues Managing transaction closings, including coordination of colleagues, clients, and outside parties Collaborating with partners and senior associates on structured acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing matters Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school 3-4 years of experience working on varied real estate transactions Proficiency in drafting, negotiation, and document review, with keen attention to detail Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple concurrent matters Team-oriented mindset and eagerness to learn directly from leading practitioners Resume, cover letter, and law school transcript are required to apply. Candidates must be admitted to and a member in good standing of the California bar. The annual salary range for this position is $260,000-$310,000.