Transactional Real Estate Legal Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced legal assistant to provide dedicated support to a busy partner in a commercial real estate practice. You will coordinate transactional matters from intake through closing and help keep a high-volume practice running smoothly.

What You'll Do

• Manage client matters from conflict checks and new matter intake through closing binder assembly.

• Form business entities, primarily LLCs and limited partnerships.

• Redline and format transactional documents, including converting documents to PDF.

• Coordinate with registered agent and due diligence service providers.

• Enter attorney time daily and provide general administrative support to the partner.

What We're Looking For

• At least 5 years of experience as a legal assistant in a law firm's transactional commercial real estate practice.

• Experience with entity formation, commercial closing binders, conflict checks, and new client matter intake.

• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including heavy redlining, formatting, and PDF conversions.

• Familiarity with AIA, AIR, and CAR forms, plus registered agent and due diligence services.

• A stable work history and interest in a long-term career as a legal assistant.

• A paralegal certificate is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $95,000 to $110,000 annually. Employer visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site in San Diego, California.