Associate Attorney

About Perspective LLP

Our client, Perspective Law Group, (https://perspectivelawgroup.com/) is a boutique law firm based in Los Angeles, known for its sophisticated real estate practice and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional legal counsel with a practical, client-focused approach. We work with a diverse range of clients — from developers and investors to family offices and commercial landlords — guiding them through complex real estate transactions with clarity, creativity, and deep market insight.

Note: This is a fulltime role with Perspective LLP. Widger Talent is a recruitment firm assisting in the search.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Attorney to join our transactional real estate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney who thrives on handling diverse, challenging real estate matters in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. You’ll work closely with partners who have deep roots in the Los Angeles market and a reputation for providing pragmatic solutions that help clients achieve their business goals.

What You’ll Do

As a Transactional Real Estate Associate, you will:

• Represent clients in a variety of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures, and commercial leasing.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan documents, development agreements, CC&Rs, easements, and related contracts.
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning analysis, and environmental assessments.
• Coordinate closings and manage deal processes with clients, opposing counsel, brokers, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Provide strategic counsel to clients on risk assessment and deal structuring, balancing legal requirements with business objectives.
• Support partners and collaborate with other associates on complex projects, ensuring high-quality, efficient client service.

What You’ll Bring

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 3–6 years of experience in transactional real estate law at a reputable firm.
• Solid experience managing the full life cycle of real estate transactions, ideally in the Los Angeles or broader Southern California market.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset — you enjoy partnering directly with clients and thinking ahead to avoid issues before they arise.
• A collegial and professional demeanor; you thrive in a close-knit team that values mentorship, shared success, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Why Perspective LLP?

At Perspective LLP, you’ll find:

• A lean, highly respected team with deep market knowledge and loyal client relationships.
• Direct access to partners and meaningful responsibility from day one.
• A transparent, supportive culture that values both high standards and flexibility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, with clear pathways for growth and partnership consideration for the right candidate.

Estimated base salary range: $145,000–$190,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus discretionary bonus, supportive culture, reasonable hours, and great benefits!