Real Estate Attorney Jobs in California
Real Estate Attorney jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in commercial development, land use, title and escrow, and real estate finance, with openings at every level from entry-level associate to senior counsel. The largest hiring metros are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where firms such as Allen Matkins, Cox Castle & Nicholson, and Sheppard Mullin have long maintained significant California real estate practices. Demand is strongest for attorneys with experience in CEQA compliance, commercial leasing, and acquisition and disposition work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Real Estate - Attorney
Work Location: Remote Work (State of CA)
Duration: 3+ months.
- The Practical Law business within Thomson Reuters is looking for temporary contractors with substantial California experience in real estate transactions, especially leasing, financing, purchase and sale and contract drafting, to fill the role of Real Estate State Specialist contractors who will write and edit practical guidance for California lawyers.
- In addition to general real estate transactions experience, the ideal candidate will have experience with both residential and commercial real estate contract drafting.
Responsibilities:
Practical Law is looking for temporary Real Estate State Specialist contractors to work on documents to publish with our online services. Each Real Estate State Specialist contractor will:
- Research, write, edit, and update state-specific real estate transactional resources in accordance with Practical Law writing style, including practice notes, checklists and standard documents explaining how to form corporate entities under state law, including guidance related to financing, leasing and ownership/purchase and sale for use by attorneys at law firms and in-house counsel.
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 6 years’ experience working as a real estate transactional attorney in a law firm or as in-house counsel in the specified jurisdiction.
- J.D. degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
- Bar admitted in California.
- Familiarity with a variety of real estate practice areas including ownership, leasing and financing of commercial and residential real estate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To know more about this position please contact:
Monil Narayan
973-929-3861
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Real Estate - Attorney
Work Location: Remote Work (State of CA)
Duration: 3+ months.
- The Practical Law business within Thomson Reuters is looking for temporary contractors with substantial California experience in real estate transactions, especially leasing, financing, purchase and sale and contract drafting, to fill the role of Real Estate State Specialist contractors who will write and edit practical guidance for California lawyers.
- In addition to general real estate transactions experience, the ideal candidate will have experience with both residential and commercial real estate contract drafting.
Responsibilities:
Practical Law is looking for temporary Real Estate State Specialist contractors to work on documents to publish with our online services. Each Real Estate State Specialist contractor will:
- Research, write, edit, and update state-specific real estate transactional resources in accordance with Practical Law writing style, including practice notes, checklists and standard documents explaining how to form corporate entities under state law, including guidance related to financing, leasing and ownership/purchase and sale for use by attorneys at law firms and in-house counsel.
REQUIREMENTS
- At least 6 years’ experience working as a real estate transactional attorney in a law firm or as in-house counsel in the specified jurisdiction.
- J.D. degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
- Bar admitted in California.
- Familiarity with a variety of real estate practice areas including ownership, leasing and financing of commercial and residential real estate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To know more about this position please contact:
Monil Narayan
973-929-3861
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Real Estate Attorney Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Hanson Bridgett LLP2
- Ascendion1
- City and County of San Francisco1
- Collabera1
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services2
- Technology & Software2
- Government & Public Sector1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in real estate attorney jobs across California.
- Active membership in the California State Bar required to practice as an attorney
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Experience with California commercial real estate transactions, leasing, or land use
- Familiarity with CEQA, California land use regulations, and local entitlement processes
- Strong drafting skills for purchase agreements, leases, and title review documents
- Ability to manage multiple transactions and communicate with clients, brokers, and escrow officers
Real Estate Attorney Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a real estate attorney in California?
To become a real estate attorney in California, you must earn a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school, pass the California Bar Examination, and be admitted to the State Bar of California, which is administered by the State Bar of California. After admission, most attorneys enter the real estate practice group at a law firm or in-house legal department, where they develop transactional experience in areas such as commercial leasing, acquisitions, and land use.
Which companies hire real estate attorneys in California?
Employers hiring real estate attorneys in California right now include Hanson Bridgett LLP, Ascendion, and City and County of San Francisco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's volume of commercial development, institutional investment activity, and complex land use entitlement work means both large law firms and major real estate companies maintain active in-house legal teams across the state.
Which California cities have the most real estate attorney jobs?
Los Angeles and San Francisco have the most real estate attorney openings in California. Los Angeles drives the largest share of demand due to its concentration of commercial developers, entertainment real estate, and large law firms with dedicated real estate practices, while San Francisco and San Diego attract openings tied to tech campus deals, life sciences facilities, and coastal development projects.
Are there remote real estate attorney jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely advisory legal roles, since real estate attorneys frequently need to attend closings, site visits, and local government hearings. About 80% of real estate attorney openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and when remote work is available, it tends to apply most to document review, lease drafting, and due diligence phases rather than entitlement or closing work.
How can I get hired as a real estate attorney in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a California law firm as a first- or second-year associate in a real estate or land use group, where junior attorneys learn transactional work under supervision. Large California firms such as Allen Matkins and Sheppard Mullin regularly hire new State Bar admittees into associate programs. Candidates with experience as a paralegal or title officer at a California title company, or who clerked for a California land use judge, have a concrete edge when applying for entry-level attorney roles.
Where can I find and apply to real estate attorney jobs in California?
You can find and apply to real estate attorney jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and practice area focus, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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