Transactional Real Estate Legal Assistant

About the Role

Provide dedicated, one-on-one support to a high-volume partner in a commercial real estate practice. This role is suited to an experienced legal assistant seeking a stable, long-term career in transactional legal services.

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 3 years of experience as a legal assistant in a law firm transactional commercial real estate practice.

• Experience supporting a busy partner, forming LLCs, assembling commercial closing binders, and handling conflict checks and new client intake.

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Word, including heavy redlining, formatting, and PDF conversions.

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

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

• Eligible to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual base salary: $95,000 to $110,000. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site, five days per week in downtown San Diego, California.