In house General Counsel

Boutique Recruiting; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established real estate investment firm in Santa Ana seeks an In-House General Counsel to join its executive team. The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of legal experience and will manage legal matters while supporting business operations, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

PTO, increasing with tenure

Personal and sick days

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of legal experience including transactional and litigation.
• Preferred experience in real estate law (commercial or residential).

Responsibilities

• Review and draft leases, purchase agreements, and sale contracts.
• Manage litigation matters including general liability.
• Oversee and advise on HR-related legal issues.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Flexibility

Education

JD from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 law school

Active California State Bar license

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Base pay range

$170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Onsite

A well-established real estate investment firm based in Santa Ana is seeking an In-House General Counsel to join its executive team. Specializing in the ownership and management of both commercial and multifamily assets, the company values professionalism, structure, and long-term commitment. This role is ideal for a sharp, business-minded attorney with 4–8 years of combined transactional and litigation experience, looking to expand into broader operations and leadership. The position offers exposure to high-level business strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and the chance to work in a stable, close-knit environment with low turnover.

Salary Range: $170,000 - $200,000 / year DOE

In-House General Counsel Responsibilities

• Review and draft leases, purchase agreements, and sale contracts
• Manage litigation matters including general liability, trip/fall, and nuisance cases
• Oversee and advise on HR-related legal issues, onboarding, and labor compliance
• Handle and resolve workers' compensation claims and insurance matters
• Collaborate with insurance carriers to manage property and health insurance policies
• Serve as a key member of the executive management team
• Lead internal legal processes and support day-to-day business operations
  
  

In-House General Counsel Requirements

• JD from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 law school
• Active California State Bar license
• 4–8 years of legal experience, including both transactional and general business litigation
• Experience in real estate law strongly preferred (commercial or residential)
• Excellent organizational and case management skills
• Strong communication, flexibility, and professionalism
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a traditional, structured environment
  
  

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO, increasing with tenure
• Personal and sick days
  
  

Take on a key leadership role at a respected real estate firm, overseeing legal matters and supporting cross-functional business operations.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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