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Real Estate Associate

Dentons | Los Angeles, CA, United States

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Posted Date 2/20/2025
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Global statement on diversity and inclusion:
At Dentons, inclusion and diversity are not just ancillary values. They are foundational to our business. We believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to the success and strength of our people, our firm, our clients and the delivery of justice in our communities. We commit to having an inclusive environment and a culture of equity where everyone respects, supports and learns from each other, where all our people feel empowered to be their authentic selves and are valued equally for their unique perspectives and experience.

Read our full global inclusion and diversity statement. (https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/inclusion-and-diversity/global-inclusion-and-diversity-statement)

Responsibilities and practice:
Dentons US LLP is seeking a senior associate to join our sophisticated and highly-regarded Real Estate practice in our Los Angeles office. Candidates should have 7-9 years of legal experience and excellent academic credentials. The person hired for this position will work collaboratively with our partners and clients on a variety of complex transactional matters, including work related to:
  • Real estate finance transactions of all types
  • Tax credit and community development finance transactions, including New Markets Tax
  • Credit investment transactions
  • Real estate acquisitions and dispositions and commercial leasing
  • Real estate development matters

Expected responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Contributing to the coordination and execution of a broad range of complex transactional matters such as real estate financing, commercial real estate development, acquisitions and sales, asset-based lending, tax credit transactions and commercial leasing
  • Handling closing financings, acquisitions, sales, leases, joint ventures and the development of real property
  • Assisting with real estate financing transactions on behalf of both lenders and borrowers such as mortgage loans, securitized loans, construction loans and mezzanine loans
  • Helping to manage debt and equity transactions
  • Performing due diligence, general research and writing
  • Supporting the practice by managing and training junior associates

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and team-oriented atmosphere while enjoying the benefits and resources of an international law firm. Dentons' fully-integrated US Real Estate team provides indispensable advice from local, regional, national and global perspectives at every juncture within the industry. Clients draw on our knowledge and resources to take a deal from concept to completion, and rely on our forward facing group to sit at the deal table and provide a robust menu of services across the industry. No challenge is too tough, no structure too difficult—the Dentons US Real Estate team is with our clients every step of the way.

Pursuant to California law, the salary range for this position will be $365,000 to $390,000 based on experience. Based on years of experience, Dentons US LLP associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position Requirements:
Personal skills/attributes:
  • Possesses outstanding oral and written communication skills
  • Has excellent written communication skills with an ability to produce clear and thoughtful written work product
  • Is comfortable managing multiple workloads and can prioritize work effectively
  • Has strong interpersonal skills
  • Values teamwork and working in a collaborative environment

Technical skills:
  • 7-9 years of commercial real estate transactional experience is required
  • Previous law firm experience is required
  • Tax credit finance experience is a required
  • Real estate finance experience is preferred
  • Experience in New Markets Tax Credit work is a plus

Other Requirements:
  • Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California and be in good standing
  • Must include a law school transcript with application

Equal opportunities:
Equal opportunity employer. Dentons US LLP company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 404-527-4061 or email takara.hicks@dentons.com.
Salary365,000.00 - 390,000.00 Annual
Title
Associate / Attorney / Lawyer
Years of Experience
5-7 | 7+

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