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Description Our client is a boutique law firm deeply specialized in affordable housing and community development law, including public finance, tax credit structures, and complex real estate transactions. Their clients are typically non-profit and for-profit developers working on impact-driven housing projects across California. What You'll Do: + Support Real Estate Closings: Assist on transactions needing support with title, easements, loan documents, and closing mechanics + Review Finance Documents: Work with term sheets, bond documents, loan agreements, and related materials + Navigate Regulatory Layers: Collaborate with cities, counties, and state agencies on entitlements, public subsidies, and compliance + Draft/Review: Opinion letters, easement agreements, and closing certificates + Collaborate with Developers: Represent owner/operators, developers, and other real estate entities + Interface with Clients: Act as a go-to advisor on the real estate components of larger affordable housing finance transactions Ideal Background: + 7-10+ years of experience in commercial real estate law (multifamily preferred) + Familiarity with affordable housing finance a plus, but not required (LIHTC, bonds, etc.) + Comfortable reviewing loan docs, title, easements, and working with institutional lenders + Can handle bare-bones real estate work but appreciates the nuance of complex finance deals + Either law firm or in-house/corporate RE background is acceptable + Doesn't need to be admitted in California, but must be comfortable with CA law + Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously in a collaborative and respectful small firm setting Requirements - A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in commercial real estate law, with a preference for multifamily housing expertise. - Familiarity with affordable housing finance, including bonds and tax credits, is an advantage but not mandatory. - Proficiency in reviewing loan documents, titles, and easements, and experience working with institutional lenders. - Strong understanding of California real estate laws, although admission to the California Bar is not required. - Ability to handle basic real estate transactions while appreciating the intricacies of complex financial deals. - Background in either a law firm or in-house/corporate real estate setting. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team environment. - Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines effectively. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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