Hybrid Real Estate Transactions Associate

Hoge Fenton; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Student loan repayment

Parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

No-accrual vacation

Job summary

Hoge Fenton, a distinguished multi-service law firm headquartered in downtown San Jose, seeks a Real Estate Transactional Associate with substantial experience in commercial real estate transactions. You will draft and negotiate complex agreements and coordinate with clients, lenders, and title companies.

This on-site role offers exposure to San Jose and nearby offices, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment and a strong benefits package, including medical, dental, and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• 5–7 years of real estate transactional experience.
• Strong knowledge of purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, financing documents, title and survey matters.
• Ability to manage transactions from LOI through closing with general supervision.
• Ability to independently identify issues and advise clients on deal structure and risk.
• Excellent written, oral, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan documents, and related transaction documents.
• Conduct due diligence and review title reports, surveys, and property records to identify issues.
• Manage transactions from LOI through closing, coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, lenders, brokers, and title companies.
• Advise clients on California land use, zoning, and entitlement matters affecting their transactions.
• Prepare closing documents, coordinate escrow, and oversee post-closing matters.

Skills

Real estate transactions

Negotiation skills

Issue spotting

Oral communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Hoge Fenton, a distinguished multi-service law firm headquartered in downtown San Jose, seeks a Real Estate Transactional Associate with substantial experience in commercial real estate transactions. You will draft and negotiate complex agreements and coordinate with clients, lenders, and title companies.

This on-site role offers exposure to San Jose and nearby offices, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment and a strong benefits package, including medical, dental, and