Associate Attorney in San Diego

Job Description

Transactional Attorney – Business, Commercial, & Real Estate - San Diego, CA 

A well-regarded law firm in San Diego is seeking a Transactional Attorney with 3–8 years of experience in business, commercial, and real estate matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a diverse client base, ranging from startups to publicly traded companies, on a broad range of corporate and real estate transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and real estate agreements
• Advise on business formation, operations, and corporate governance
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and asset purchase transactions
• Assist with private securities offerings and compliance matters
• Work with clients in industries such as real estate development, construction, investment advising, and consumer goods
• Provide counsel on IP management, trademark protection, and business structuring

Qualifications:

• 3–8 years of relevant legal experience in transactional law
• Strong background in business, commercial, and/or real estate law
• Experience working with clients ranging from small businesses to large corporations
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school and active California Bar license
• A team-oriented mindset and strong attention to detail

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus opportunities based on performance
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Supportive and collaborative team environment with meaningful client work

 To learn more about this or any other of our open positions, contact Carolina Ries: call/text 605-679-4241 or email carolina.ries@gogpac.com -  All communication is confidential. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.